Teachers really do care about us. By having patience thats how they don’t reach their elastic limits! It is agreeable that some teachers are better than others and this could be why. Teachers need to be able to repeat themselves. Though there should be a limit on the number of times, there needs to be understanding. Some students need to hear things twice in order for them to grasp the idea and understand. Another good quality in a teacher is liking kids. If a teacher does not like kids or isn’t good with kids then they may come across and mean. If a teacher is “mean” students may not focus on the material being provided, and focus mainly on what they dislike about the teacher or the class. There are different qualities teachers may need depending on the subject, but these are just a few examples of the majority of good teachers.

There are several different films that are coming out in the new year. Here are some of the best movies that are coming 🙂 For other movies coming out, check out this website.

Captain Marvel

Release Date: March 8

Brie Larson is Carol Danvers/Captain Marvel is this new cinematic Marvel Universe. After the box-office hit Avengers: Infinity War there are many theories and claims as to what this movie will bring.

SHAZAM!

Release Date: April 5

This upcoming movie brings another hero into the D.C hero franchise. Zachary Levi and Asher Angels both share the role of D.C’s Captain Marvel, the hero that goes from a 14 year old to an adult superhero with just one word.

Pet Sematary

Release Date: April 5

Jason Clarke and John Lithgow star as Louis Creed and Jud Crandel in this adaptation of the beloved Stephen King novel.

Avengers: End Game

Release Date: April 26

With the highly successful prequels to this movie (The Avengers & Avengers:Age of Ultron & Avengers:Infinity War), many are looking forward to see what happens to all of the loved Marvel Heroes in this movie.

Aladin

Release Date: May 24

This movie remake will be the first live-action Disney movie for this year. It stars the classic characters, Aladin (Mena Massoud), Jasmine (Naomi Scott), Genie (Will Smith), and Jafar (Marwan Kenzari).

Toy Story 4

Release Date: June 24

The original Toy Story cast stars in this upcoming movie that has everyones inner child glow.

The Lion King

Release Date: July 19

Another Disney classic is being remade this year and this one will play with everyones emotions. The cast for this movie will make everyone star struck. Beyoncé, James Earl Jones, Seth Rogen, Donald Glover, and many more amazing celebs are in this Disney film.

Why go on a Luxury vacation when you can stay and enjoy the Chicago cold. Just kidding, we all know that it would be way more entertaining to go out of town but if you’re like us and are staying in the Chicago cold for winter break, here are some fun ideas that will make your holidays merry and your time in the city fun.

1. Ice-skating

Ice skating at the McCormick Tribune Rink at Millennium Park is one of my favorite winter activities to do in the City. You get to enjoy the Chicago architecture while skating to holiday music. What makes this winter activity even more fun is going with friends. This is one of the few city ice rinks you will find offering free admission, the only thing you would have to do is rent ice skate (unless you own your own of course).

2. Michigan Avenue

Michigan Avenue is home to the famous Magnificent Mile shopping district. What’s better than doing holiday shopping along the beautiful street, with distinguished shops, fun restaurants, and scenic holiday decor. I love walking around and looking at the decorations and beautiful Christmas lights. I definitely suggest you stop at Water Tower Place for your Chicago staycation.

3. Shedd Aquarium

If shopping and outdoor cold isn’t you thing, then there are the many famous museum. The Shedd Aquarium is Chicago’s largest aquarium and has several new exhibits. It is home to over 32,000 animals and is full with many fun experiences. In the Polar Play Zone, you can watch penguins dive and in the Caribbean Reef, you take a 360-degree tour of an underwater reef community looking at turtles and rays.

4. Field Museum of Natural History

Like the Shedd, the Field Museum is another educational stop in Chicago. The museum has their featured t-rex, Sue, and so many other exhibits. One of my favorite things to see there is the mummies from Egypt and Peru. Not only does this museum have their famous t-rex, but it is also home to the largest dinosaur, Máximo the Titanosaur. I also love the under ground adventure where you “shrink” down and get to see the underground life of insects.

5. Museum of Science and Industry

I personally love this museum, and though it is lower on this list it is probably my favorite thing to do downtown. I highly suggest the U-505 on boat tour, you get to see the inside of a submarine and use the interactive activities inside the boat. If the on boat tour isn’t your thing, there are plenty of activities outside of the German submarine.

6. The Art Institute

As a kid, I never really found the art institute of chicago as something fun but after going there after several years I really enjoyed it. Though it is a location more for an older audience, it is still really enjoyable. They have several exhibits and a large variety of art to view. Their are tours of the museum and art studios for little kids to play around and be creative. There are plenty of things for all ages of people but I think that this stop is more suited for older audiences.

7. Navy Pier

Navy Pier has different foods and a variety of fun activities for all people. This fun place doesn’t have a lot of fun winter activities but in the summer and the spring, there are so many fun things to do. One of my favorite things to do is see the fire works on the 4th of July and go on one of their mini cruises. Going to the beach is also fun in chicago but of course only during the warmer seasons.

8. Millennium Park

Millennium Park has so much more than just ice skating. There are concerts, architecture, cultural fairs, and so many other events. I remember going and watching a concert at Millennium Park with my grandma when I was 6. I have no clue who it was singing but it was a lot of fun. This is one place in chicago that I think is fun year round.

9. Willis Tower

The view from the Willis Tower skydeck is a breath taking. You can step onto the glass floors and see the great city from the 103 floor of the building. At first the idea of relying on glass to keep you from plummeting down 103 floors seems scary but once you step on, its so much fun. You can sit on the glass, lean against a side and even lay down. The experience is just overall amazing and is fun year round. There are other activities in this building that make the visit fun.

These are just a few of my favorite things to do in Chicago but there are so many more activities like the Lincoln Park Zoo, Adler Planetarium, Wrigley Field, Buckingham Fountain, The Chicago Theater, Grant Park, Soldier Field, and Chinatown.

Some of these activities are seasonal while others are year round activities. If you need more information on tickets or activities in different museums just google it, there is so much information on Chicago’s areas.

On Sunday, 1/7, the Chicago Bears went onto the playoffs to try and defeat the Philadelphia Eagle but in the end, they didn’t. Before the game, the Bears had won 12 games and lost 4 and the Eagles had won 9 games and lost 7. The Bears were predicted to win the game but as I said before, they failed. By the end of the game, the score was 16-15 with the Eagles winning. Cody Parkey had made the first kick but failed to make it after the Eagles called a timeout. Since Parkey didn’t make the kick, the Bears lost to the Eagles by one point. There was an uproar of disappointment that day as the Chicago Bears fans hoped they would make it to the super bowl and win. Chicago was very disappointed in the Bears because they had an amazing year compared to the years in the past. Hopefully the Bears will have just as an amazing year next year if not better.

The Chicago Bulls new coach Boylen has decided to stick to a “traditional” and “old-school” style of coaching. Most players are unhappy with the coach for several different reasons and have threatened to skip practices in attempt to boycott the new coach.

Whether you side with Boylen or the players, the Bulls management has decided to stay on the side of the new coach. The management of the club feels that it is important that Jim Boylen continues to push harder and coach more in order to make progress.

The players on the other hand are upset because of the coach. They are mad at Boylen for their 56-point loss to Boston: for exhausting two-hour practices, for subbing five players at once, for scheduling a practice following a back-to-back and for guilting players publicly for their lack of toughness and conditioning. The players didn’t revolt, but their frustration led to a players-only meeting and then a meeting with players and coaches. The team is trying to get on the same page and start succeed together.