About Today: Why You Should Thank a Teacher Today

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Today Why should you thank a teacher (or as many as possible) today? Because it's National Teacher Appreciation Day! Let's celebrate all of the wonderful educators who teach and inspire the next generation. Don't forget to follow About.com Education on Facebook and Twitter and tell us about your favorite teacher, using the hashtag #ThankaTeacher. What Makes a Good Teacher a Great Teacher? When it comes to our favorite teachers from back in the day, they all had one thing in common. They always extended recess time on the sunniest spring days! All kidding aside, we think the best teachers share these 25 qualities. 10 Most Common Myths About Teachers 25 Life Lessons You Can Learn in the Classroom Search Related Topics:  effective teacher  teacher improvement  professional development How to Say Thank You to Your Teachers Don't your teachers deserve more than a typical thank you? Get inspired with this creative list of 25 ways to show your appreciation. 10 Great Quotes About Teaching 10 Inspirational Movies for Educators Search Related Topics:  parental involvement  teacher appreciation  building confidence Should You Get Your Teachers a Gift? While generosity always shows (and teaches your children) good manners, there are a few important etiquette rules about giving gifts to teachers, to make sure the kind gestures are not only appreciated, but appropriate, too. 6 DIY Thank You Gifts for Teachers The Worst Gifts You Should Never Give a Teacher Search Related Topics:  classroom etiquette  children's manners  Related Searches Teacher Education Teacher Gifts Teacher Strategies More Than a Teacher Teacher Teaching Featured Articles Follow About.com on Social Media! 50 Things Everyone Should Know About Teachers Should You Pay Your Kids for Good Grades? Next-Level Mother's Day Brunch Ideas Spring Cleaning? Don't Forget Your Computer A Student's Guide to Surviving College Finals   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest!   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com     Follow us on: Advertisement

About Vegetarian Food: Protein for vegetarians

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Vegetarian Food Vegetarian Food Getting Started Easy Vegetarian Recipes Vegan Recipes From Jolinda Hackett, your Guide to Vegetarian Food The USDA recommends that women get 46 grams of protein every day, and 56 for men. Most vegetarians and vegans easily get enough protein by eating a variety of healthy foods. Check out these super high-protein recipes, and learn about some healthy sources of protein for vegetarians and vegans.  High protein vegetarian recipes Each one of these high-protein recipes has at least 12 grams of protein per serving, and includes a complete nutritional breakdown so you'll know just how much protein you're getting in each serving. Try out a couple and see just how easy it is to get enough protein on a vegetarian or vegan diet.  Search Related Topics:  high protein vegetarian recipes  vegetarian protein  vegetarian nutrition 7 ways to get protein on a vegetarian diet Many people still believe that protein is only available from meat and animal sources and we will all fall over dead without animal protein! Unless you're pregnant or an Olympic bodybuilder, you will likely get more than enough protein without even trying. Here are the best sources of protein for vegetarians. Search Related Topics:  meat substitutes  vegetarian nutrition  vegetarian protein Nutritional value of tofu Wondering how much protein you're getting when you eat tofu? Also, find out how tofu stacks up gram for gram and calories per calorie in comparison to beef, cheese, milk and fish. Search Related Topics:  vegetarian protein  vegetarian nutrition  vegan nutrition Related Searches High Protein Diet Protein Food Vegetarian Protein Soya Protein A Vegetarian Diet Featured Articles   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Jolinda Hackett Vegetarian Food Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Vegetarian Food newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads What is a vegan? How to go vegetarian Vegetarian FAQs Easy Vegan Recipes All Vegetarian Recipes Advertisement

About Japanese Food: Happy Children's Day!

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Japanese Food Japanese Food Basics Easy Japanese Recipes Traditional/Holiday Recipes From Judy Ung, your Guide to Japanese Food May 5th, widely known as Cinco de Mayo, is also a Japanese holiday for celebrating Children's Day. On this day, children across Japan are celebrated to wish them good health, happiness and good fortune. Visit the Japanese food blog this week to learn about chimaki, or dumplings, which are enjoyed on Children's Day, as well as an easy chimaki recipe you can make at home. I'll be sharing one additional Children's Day article this week as well. See you on the blog! A Primer on Japanese Chimaki (Dumplings) Welcome, May! Japanese Children's Day is right around the corner, and there's no better time than the present to delve into "chimaki", a traditional steamed dumpling that is often enjoyed... Read more A Sweet Chimaki Recipe to Celebrate Japanese Children's Day May 5th is quickly approaching, which means we are getting ready to celebrate Japanese Children's Day at our home. Chimaki, or steamed dumplings are often enjoyed on Children's Day, and... Read more Fresh and New Japanese Recipes for Spring Here's a collection of recipes that include some of my recently posted dishes that are perfect for incorporating into a springtime menu. All the recipes are simple, easy to follow... Read more Beef and Asparagus Rolls (Aspara Nikumaki) One of my favorite spring vegetables is asparagus and a wonderful way to use this in Japanese cuisine is to prepare them in a sweet... Read more Related Searches Japanese Food Recipe Japan Customs Japanese Traditions Japanese Festivals Japanese Culture Featured Articles Japanese Food Basics Modern Japanese Recipes Glossary Cooking Videos & Cooking Tips Table Manners & Cookware/Tableware Shop Online   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Judy Ung Japanese Food Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Japanese Food newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads Introduction to Sushi Miso Soup Basics Teriyaki Japanese Dashi Simple Recipes   Follow me on: Advertisement

About Italian Food: No-Cook Dishes

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Italian Food Italian Food Quick/Easy Recipes Le Basi Classic Recipes From Danette St. Onge, your Guide to Italian Food Sometimes it's too hot to even turn on a stove, let alone preheat an oven (San Francisco just experienced a heat wave with extremely unusual temperatures of up to 90 degrees Fahrenheit!). Luckily, there are plenty of satisfying, yet refreshing Italian dishes that require no cooking.  Niçoise-Style Sandwiches (Pane alla nizzarda) A quick and easy, no-cook Italian-French fusion recipe from Nice: baguette sandwiches filled with anchovies, tomatoes, and cucumbers and flavored with garlic, fresh basil, and olive oil. These are perfect for a picnic lunch or a finger-food appetizer. Search Related Topics:  antipasti  summer antipasti  bread dishes Prosciutto and Cantaloupe (Prosciutto e melone) I subsisted mostly on this and gelato during Florence's hottest summer in 100 years.  Search Related Topics:  almost wordless wednesday  antipasti  summer recipes Peaches in Marsala (Pesche al marsala) Simply substitute oranges with ripe, juicy peaches and walnuts with almonds for a summer version of this classic dessert. Search Related Topics:  italian sweets  fruit  oranges Tuscan Summer Bread Salad (Panzanella) A refreshing summer bread salad, panzanella is quick to make, requires no cooking, and is the perfect thing to enjoy on a hot summer day, especially at a picnic or cookout.   Search Related Topics:  picnic recipes  tuscan bread salad  panzanella Related Searches Italian Food Dishes Pasta Sauce Recipes Italian Cooking Pasta Dishes Italian Appetizers Featured Articles   More from About.com Sign-up for Shareables! An every-morning rundown of the day in history, headlines and trends produced by your pals at About.com. Please sign up it's free (of course), we think you will like it! Want More From About.com Check out our social page tailored to your interest! This newsletter is written by: Danette St. Onge Italian Food Guide Email Me | My Blog | My Forum   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About.com Italian Food newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. If you would like to unsubscribe from all newsletters sent from About.com, please send an email to optout@about.com with "Unsubscribe" as the subject line. About.com respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor New York, NY, 10036 © 2014 About.com   Must Reads Pugliese Potato-Vegetable Casserole (Pitta di patate) Sauteed Spinach with Toasted Pine Nuts Sicilian-Style Stuffed Eggplants Sicilian Fava Bean & Fennel Soup Neapolitan Lemon-Ricotta Cake   Follow me on: Advertisement