My name is Fiona McFarland, and I am sixteen years old. I am Canadian, but I have lived in China for thirteen years. I am fluent in English and Chinese, nearly fluent in French, proficient in Russian, and can get by in Spanish. These are all the tips and tricks […]
Arts & Culture
2021-22 T-Shirt Design Competition Winner!
Hello TPS! We are so excited to announce the winners of the T-Shirt Design Competition! In first place, we have Sam Bills’ design: In second place, we have Emma Banton’s design: The designs will be available for purchase soon, with more details appearing on StudyPlace in the near future. Finally, […]
The Sun King and His Palace
King Louis XIV of France strolls through the famous Hall of Mirrors at Versailles. Sparkling crystal chandeliers tower above his wigged head, as well as the vaulted ceiling, 40 feet in height and covered in extravagant murals idolizing him as the Sun King. Seventeen giant mirrors, the height of luxury […]
How to Make a Snowman Mason Jar
Snowflakes still fall through the chilly air, but this cozy snowman sits snugly inside, warming everyone else up with its candle lit jar and cheery smile. To create this simple winter themed glass, all you will need are a few colored paints, a couple brushes, and one Mason jar. This […]
Why You Should Read Long Poems
When flipping through a book of poems for something to read, it is easy to skip over the long poems that go on for pages and only read the short ones. Who has time to waste on a long poem– or, in this digital age, the attention span? Certainly, short […]