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Spirited Away: Lessons on Reimagining Holiday Cheer
Discover how Spirited, the modern musical twist on A Christmas Carol, delivers timeless holiday lessons through laughter, song, and heartfelt storytelling. We’re examining themes of redemption, personal growth, and embracing imperfection as this film inspires a season of kindness, connection, and transformation. Perfect for anyone seeking meaningful reflections wrapped in holiday cheer.
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What The Best Christmas Movie Ever Can Teach Us About Teaching
A Muppet Christmas Carol is not just the best Christmas movie of all time (Elf being a close second); it is an apotheosis of teaching. Its lessons are simple but important: know your subject, connect with your audience, understand your medium, and prioritize high quality in all of your efforts.
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“A Christmas Carol” – Hope for All Times
The ubiquity of “A Christmas Carol” is proof that its message of hope resonates with many. If we’re honest, some days we all identify a little with first-act Scrooge, yet we all have a dream to be our best selves. “A Christmas Carol” promises us that things can be better—that we can be better—if we take the time to listen and look inward.
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Four More “Elf” Life Lessons
Four things Buddy the Elf teaches us about work, life, and the importance of putting maple syrup on everything.
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Four "Elf" Life Lessons
“We elves try to stick to the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns, and syrup.” ~ Buddy the Elf
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Higher Education's Christmas Carol Conundrum
Just because Grandma Got Run Over By A Reindeer last year, doesn’t mean it needs to happen again. Let’s focus on increasing affordable educational options designed to help all students achieve their academic goals; it starts This Christmas.