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Transforming the Way We Learn – Awesome Interactive Virtual Field Trips
I hear it’s warm and sunny in other parts of the country, but in Portland, OR today it’s cold, snowy, and I’m pretty reluctant to leave my cozy house or drive anywhere. This got me thinking about...
View ArticleFascinating Ecology Lesson in ‘How Wolves Change Rivers’ Video
When wolves were reintroduced into Yellowstone National Park after a 70-year absence, a remarkable series of events was set in place. The idea was for the wolves to bring down the population of elk....
View ArticleFamily Game Night: Best Educational Board Games for Kids
From new favorites to old-school classics, these board games provide hours of family fun, and they have real educational value too. We picked six of our favorite educational board games for each age...
View ArticleFirst White House Student Film Festival Celebrates Technology in Education
The White House, in collaboration with the American Film Institute, is hosting the first ever White House Student Film Festival today in Washington D.C. Watch the live event online beginning at 2:30pm...
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How Do You Teach Math You Don’t Know?
Tips For Teaching Kids Math Of all the subjects we study in school, math is the most despised by a long shot. In one poll, 37% of adults said that they “hated” math in school, more than twice that of...
View ArticleKeeping a Toddler Busy and Learning
Tips for homeschooling with toddlers If you have children of different ages at home during the day, you may find yourself wondering how to keep toddlers and preschool-aged children occupied while you...
View Article‘Ban Bossy’ Campaign Encourages Girls to Lead
Does the word “bossy” hold girls back? According to a new public service campaign from the Girl Scouts and LeanIn.org, it does. Ban Bossy, which launched yesterday, aims to encourage girls to be...
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Preschool Learning at Home: Mom Bloggers Review Embark12
The preschool years are crucial in a child’s development. Unfortunately, early education is underfunded, and can be prohibitively expensive for parents—in some cities preschool tuition can equal that...
View ArticleOutdoor Learning Activities: 5 Opportunities for This Spring
It’s been a long, cold winter in much of the country, but spring is finally just around the corner. March 20 is the vernal equinox and the official first day of spring. With the changing of the seasons...
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A Parent’s Guide to ‘Muppets Most Wanted’
Since their creation by Jim Henson nearly 60 years ago, the Muppets have been beloved by generations of children and parents. In Muppets Most Wanted, their eighth theatrical release, these iconic...
View ArticleGoogle Reinvents Virtual Field Trips with Connected Classrooms
Virtual field trips are a relatively new innovation, but that didn’t stop Google from reinventing it already. In November, Google launched Connected Classrooms, which uses Google+ Hangouts to give...
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How to Prepare for AP Exams
Each May, students across the United States and internationally take the Advanced Placement (or AP) exams. These exams, which cover college-level material, allow high school students to earn college...
View ArticleCan Homeschoolers Play Public School Sports?
A common question many parents have when considering homeschooling or online school is whether students can still participate in public school activities, like sports, band, and drama. The answer is a...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Video Games: Why Playing Minecraft Could be Healthier Than...
Good news for gamers: New research shows kids who play video games, like Minecraft, may be healthier than those who watch TV. We’ve seen numerous studies in recent years about the effects of too much...
View ArticleTips for Homeschooling Multiple Ages
For parents with multiple children in different grades, all learning at home, the school day can seem overwhelming at times. One minute you’re practicing the alphabet with a preschooler, the next,...
View ArticleEarth Day Activities that Make a Difference
April 22 marks the 44th anniversary of Earth Day, a day when more than one billion people in 192 countries celebrate the Earth and focus on giving back to our planet. Not sure how to celebrate? Check...
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How Educational is Disneynature’s ‘Bears’?
The latest release from Disneynature, Bears, follows a year in the life of a family of Alaskan grizzly bears. As they emerge from hibernation and begin the long search for food, we see the cubs’ growth...
View Article10 Best Apps for Homeschooling Parents
When it comes to apps for students, there are literally thousands of educational options out there. But what about apps for homeschooling moms and dads? We set out to find the best apps for...
View ArticleSnapchat Update Causes Classroom Chaos, Privacy Concerns
Messaging app Snapchat’s latest update has reportedly caused at least one high school classroom to descend into chaos. Many parents are no doubt wondering why an app update would generate such a strong...
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11 Great Mother’s Day Crafts
Motherhood is rewarding, yes, but let’s face it: being a mom is tough, and moms are so deserving of a day celebrating and recognizing them for all the hard work they do. This Mother’s Day, help kids...
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