This Historian’s Perspective On The Election

I wasn't certain if I would write this post. The backlash from this election has continually put a disgusting taste in my mouth. However, as a historian, teacher, and a voter, I felt that it might be beneficial (if only to myself) to write my thoughts down. So as I sit here on a Saturday … Continue reading This Historian’s Perspective On The Election →

Colonial Toy Project : A History Lesson

For the past three years, I have given this project to my 11th graders. It is one of the very projects that I do for the year. Usually by the time we get to this project, we have learned about the Native American tribes, The Europeans "discovering" the New World, and the establishing of the … Continue reading Colonial Toy Project : A History Lesson →

Depression Cake or Crazy Cake; An Adventure

Baking in Korea is an adventure. An adventure that often times has an uncertain path full of twists and turns. I am often times "making do" with the ingredients that I have. For example; for the first year, I didn't have vanilla extract or cocoa powder. It is almost impossible to find those things in … Continue reading Depression Cake or Crazy Cake; An Adventure →