Europe is a magical destination during the winter months, with its picturesque snow-covered landscapes, charming Christmas markets, and exciting winter sports opportunities. Whether you're looking to hit the slopes, explore historic cities, or cozy up by a fireplace in a quaint countryside retreat, Europe has something for everyone. In this list article, we'll explore some of the best winter vacations in Europe, from top winter destinations to must-visit winter cities, best ski resorts, and cozy getaways in the countryside. Top Winter Destinations in Europe One of the top winter destinations in Europe is the stunning Swiss Alps. With its world-renowned ski resorts like Zermatt and St. Moritz, Switzerland offers unparalleled skiing and snowboarding experiences amidst breathtaking mountain scenery. Another popular destination is Lapland in Finland, where you can experience the magic of a winter wonderland complete with reindeer sleigh rides, husky safaris, and the chance to...
I stumbled on the Global Oneness Project earlier this week and I was almost immediately hooked. I love the tagline, “Stories and lessons for growing minds”. The site is focused on helping grades 3-12 educators and students explore social, cultural, and environmental issues. The Project has been around for a while and I’ve seen a few of the films, but I hadn’t realized how much the site has to offer.
Global Oneness Project Website: “We are a free multimedia platform for educators and students. Through our immersive storytelling and curricula, we explore the deeper issues facing humanity. Use our award-winning films, photo essays, and essays to learn about social, cultural, and environmental issues from people and communities worldwide. For grades 3-12, our stories and lessons encourage students to broaden their perspectives and worldviews while fostering inquiry, empathy, resilience, and a sacred relationship to our planet. We aim to bring universal values into the lives of educators and students.”
I highly recommend taking some time to explore the site on your own, but if you are looking for a quick overview, here are some of the highlights of my exploration. (In no particular order.)
The “About Us” page has a great video introducing everyone to the project’s purpose. The “stories” on the site include short films, photo essays, written essays, virtual reality tours, and interviews. Ready to use lesson plans are categorized by grade level. The site is fully searchable. Searching for a keyword or concept will bring up a page of lesson plans, essays, blog posts, and more. Educators can create collections that can be shared with students. These collections can be shared via link or on social media. Educators can also share the collections directly to Google Classroom. Awesome, I know!The video stories are also posted on the Global Oneness YouTube Channel.Be sure to check on the “Conversation Cards”. There are currently 4 sets of these cards and they are awesome tools to engage students in 4 of the stories on the site.The list of partners and contributors is really impressive.I may add a few more as I continue to explore. I’d also love for anyone reading this to share there exploration in the comments below.Common Sense Media has a nice review of the site and resources.