How to Make Friends with the New Kid: Advice for Kiara from the New Kids
My presentation to ELL students at Manchester, CT's high school and middle school explored insights gained from being a newcomer from a different culture.
Richard Lachmann’s Dining in Lisbon, 2014 Edition
Richard Lachmann updates his popular "Dining in Lisbon" blog post with reviews of new restaurants and old favorites.
Rulebreakers
A report on a panel at the Cambridge Public Library featuring the YA essay anthology Break These Rules and thoughts on success and rulebreaking.
Lego Fan Event Lisbon
A description of the LEGO Fan Event in Lisbon in April 2014, along with photos of elaborate models of cities and castles.
#WeNeedDiverseBooks Because We Are Not Alone
My blog contribution to the #WeNeedDiverseBooks campaign, which emphasizes the building of bridges among activists and people of different backgrounds.
Another Chance for Porto
A roundup of my trip to Porto, which has become a major tourist destination, and meetings with Portuguese authors of children's books.
Carnation Revolution: April 25, 1974-2014
A roundup of cultural and political events in Lisbon to commemorate the 40th anniversary of the April 25, 1974 revolution that ended fascist rule in Portugal.
Live Like a Marrano: Passover and Easter in Portugal
The difficulty of finding matzah for Passover in Portugal leads me to the Inquisition and the fates of thriving Jewish communities there and in Spain.
Trendsetter and Hipster’s Guide to Enjoying Lisbon
In Portugal it's easy for visitors to enjoy special events and become part of the life of the country, as we found at a 10-day fish festival.
Return to Portugal: Not a Garret…But a Great Location Anyway
I arrive in Portugal and reflect on the legend of the Adamastor in the Lusiadas and the warm welcome that I have received in Lisbon.
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