Family literacy programmes are unique in the way that they break conventional moulds of education by incorporating both parents and their children in the learning process.

UNESCO: The Manukau Family Literacy Project

He wrote often of seekers and doubters, world travelers through the ages and conventional people who secretly yearned to break out.

WSJ: Writer Evan S. Connell Dies at Age 88

For those looking for something a little more conventional, Acer has also unveiled its new TravelMate ProFile laptop design (check it out after the break), which is also light on specs at the moment but does promise some increased sturdiness while still keeping the weight down.

ENGADGET: Acer reveals Gemstone, TravelMate ProFile laptop designs

With conventional holidays no longer possible, they've come to rely on its services to get a proper break.

BBC: Fight on to save MS respite home Leuchie House