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Winter break is almost here! Kick it off with some of the best.

Colorful lights are bedecking the neighborhoods, holiday music is nonstop on the radio, and we’re looking forward to a little much-needed P&Q over the break. Here’s a few last-of-the-year click-worthy links to explore while you kick up your slipper-wearing feet and grab a cup of something warm.

1. Ten things that make a teacher happy — complete with giggle-inducing memes and gifs.
2. The hardest part of teaching — do you agree?
3. Degrees are expensive — but here’s some input on why it might just be worth the cost.
4. A big thumbs up to this list of teacher fashion blogs.
5. What are the makings of a top teacher? Five great teachers on what makes a great teacher.
6. Fifteen things nobody tells you about becoming an art teacher.
7. Are we stressing out our kids? Strategize on ways to lift and regulate anxiety.
8. How do you feel about sarcasm in the classroom? One writer weighs in.
9. Pump up your morning drive with #EdChat Radio’s thought-provoking podcasts for educators.
10. Forget who you voted for. We can all agree that Kid President is awesome. Head over to hear an adorable perspective on the scariest things in the world and start living your awesome life.
11. Help students find a larger sense of purpose in their schoolwork — combine project-based and service learning.

Here’s to time off to spend on family, friends and recharging your batteries. Look for us in 2017!