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Global competence is at the forefront of success in a multicultural environment. Whether at the home or beyond, the world of the 21st century demands that we understand and act appropriately on issues of global importance. According to the Council of Chief State School Officers (CCSSO), which is a partly responsible for the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) and a partner in the development of the
12/02/2022
Today my mom would have celebrated her 98th birthday. I miss you so much mom and you know I talk to you every day. I know you are listening to me too! Your memory is eternal in my mind as well as in my heart and your absence is felt more than I ever could have imagined. I love you so much.
Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and a New Year of good health , prosperity and inner peace !
08/20/2021
B&B Cultures and Cultural Connections is proud to welcome back support staff as they came together to kick off the 2021-22 school year in Birdsville, Texas! Wishing you all a spectacular year!
11/26/2020
We are thankful for you. May your day be blessed and full of love and joy ‼️🦃‼️🦃‼️🦃
11/17/2020
Did you know that November is National Reading month?
Here's a link to 8 Thanksgiving books that all WIDA Levels that ELL's can read. 📕
https://www.theeslnexus.com/2015/11/9-thanksgiving-books-that-even-ells-can.html
Happy Reading!
8 Thanksgiving Books That Even ELLs Can Read! Issues, ideas, and resources for teaching English Language Learners in PreK-12th grade in schools in the U.S. & around the world.
10/30/2020
Sharing again and a reminder that Día de los Mu***os (Day of the Dead) starts on October 31 and ends November 2.
Día de los Mu***os (The Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated in Mexico and elsewhere associated to the Catholic celebrations of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. The multi-day holiday involves family and friends gathering to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died.
Here is a sweet ESL video lesson with an interactive quiz to help interpret this Mexican holiday.
You'll also find this video in the Cultural Connections (Mexico) program.
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November is Celebrate Reading month and we'll be sharing some books by reading proficiency level, using the WIDA Performance Definitions for Reading as a guide. Stay tuned! Coming next week!
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The Day of the Dead Activity - English ESL video lesson ESL video lesson with an interactive quiz: Asking about the visuals . Students answer basic comprehension questions pertaining to The Day of the Dead.
10/26/2020
Día de los Mu***os (Day of the Dead) starts on October 31 and ends November 2.
Día de los Mu***os (The Day of the Dead) is a Mexican holiday celebrated in Mexico and elsewhere associated to the Catholic celebrations of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. The multi-day holiday involves family and friends gathering to pray for and remember friends and family members who have died.
Here is a sweet ESL video lesson with an interactive quiz to help interpret this Mexican holiday.
You'll also find this video in the Cultural Connections (Mexico) program.
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The Day of the Dead Activity - English ESL video lesson ESL video lesson with an interactive quiz: Asking about the visuals . Students answer basic comprehension questions pertaining to The Day of the Dead.
10/23/2020
Did you know that October is Celebrating Bilingual Children month?
09/28/2020
Tuesday, September 29, is National Coffee Day, a day where you can find some deals on that beverage that gets you going in the morning and keeps you going throughout the day.
Below are some deals and freebies being offered to honor the day. ENJOY!
We've also included an infographic on the history of coffee. Do you know it's origin?
7-Eleven: Download the free app at www.7-eleven.com/7rewards and get any size coffee for $1.
Barnes & Noble: Purchase a “bake case” item and you can get a free hot or iced tall coffee with your purchase.
Biggby Coffee: Get a free 20-ounce hot or iced brewed coffee (does not apply to cold brew, lattes, tea lattes or specialty beverages) with any purchase.
Caribou Coffee: Buy any large beverage and get 50% off any bag of prepackaged beans.
Circle K: Use the Circle K app and you can get a free hot or iced coffee in any size.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf: Get a free regular size coffee with any food or beverage purchase over $2.
Cumberland Farms: Text COFFEE to 64827 on Tuesday and you will get a digital coupon for a free hot or iced Farmhouse Blend or Bold coffee in any size.
Duck Donuts: With a purchase, you get any size hot or iced coffee for free.
Dunkin': With any purchase, get a free medium hot or iced coffee.
Godiva: Godiva is offering 30% off coffee bags at Godiva Boutiques and online.
Huddle House: With any dine-in purchase, you can get a free cup of coffee.
Jack in the Box: Get a free regular hot or iced coffee with any app purchase.
Krispy Kreme: Everyone can get a free brewed coffee, no purchase necessary. Rewards members can also get one free doughnut of their choice. Become a rewards member through the Krispy Kreme app or by visiting www.krispykreme.com/rewards.
Love’s Travel Stops: Get any sized coffee or hot beverage for $1 when you purchase the coffee through the Love’s Connect app. Proceeds from the sale of the coffee go to Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals.
MAPCO: Get a free 16-ounce coffee.
Nekter Juice Bar: Get a 16-ounce Cold Brew Smoothie for $5.
Pilot Flying J: Get any size hot or cold coffee for free with an offer in the Pilot Flying J app. Download the app at www.pilotflyingj.com/app.
QuickChek: Get a free 20-ounce hot or iced coffee when you download the chain’s app and register. Download the app at www.quickchek.com/rewards.
Scooter’s Coffee: You can get a free small coffee Tuesday.
Sheetz: You can get a free cold brew when you order through the chain’s app.
Speedway: Speedway is offering customers a free 16-ounce hot coffee from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Starbucks: On Tuesday, order a grande or larger beverage and get a free drink offer loaded to your loyalty account.
Stewart’s Shops: Get a free hot, iced or cold brew coffee from noon to close.
Tim Hortons: From Monday through Oct. 26, purchase any size hot or iced coffee for $0.99 through the Tim Hortons app or at timhortons.com. Click here for more details www.timhortons.com/offer-terms.
TravelCenters of America: If you are an UltraONE loyalty member, you can get a free cup of coffee when you print a coupon at the kiosk in the center.
Wawa: New and existing Wawa Rewards members get a free coffee.
09/22/2020
Happy first day of Autumn! Ready for a cultural challenge?
Autumn language guessing game challenge:
There are 26 different languages with the word, Autumn, in this graphic (A-Z). How many languages can you identify? Type your responses in the comments!
09/07/2020
Wishing you a happy, relaxing and safe Labor Day from B&B Educational Consultants!