Why Google Drive is the Perfect Tool for Homeschool Students
Homeschooling and online schooling families want flexibility. They want the freedom to work when they want, where they want, without being tied to a desk in a classroom. One tool that can help provide...
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How to Throw an Amazing DIY Minecraft Party
Looking for an awesome birthday party idea? Look no further! Here’s an amazing DIY Minecraft party that any Minecraft-obsessed kid would love! This incredible project comes from designer and mom, Ji...
View ArticleTeenage Inventor’s Body Heat-Powered Light Could Change the World
At just 15 years old, Ann Makosinski invented a flashlight that never needs batteries — just the heat from your hand. Last summer, Ann’s “Hollow Flashlight” won her the prize for her age group at the...
View ArticleValedictorian Jennalyn Shares Her Online High School Success Story
For Idaho Virtual Academy graduate Jennalyn, the last two years have been a whirlwind of activity, making her high school graduation quite a success story. This high-achieving student managed to...
View ArticleIs ‘Maleficent’ Too Scary For Kids?
Maleficent, opening today, tells the untold story of the memorable villain from Disney’s 1959 classic Sleeping Beauty. Like Wicked for preteens, the movie is a revisionist take on the popular fairy...
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10 Fun LEGO Math Ideas
As it turns out, 20 Fun Activities for Learning with LEGOs is just the beginning when it comes to the educational possibilities of this classic toy. We recently discovered more via Pinterest, including...
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10 Creative Father’s Day Gifts Kids Can Make
Does dad really need another necktie? Or for that matter, another tie craft? This Father’s Day, why not surprise him with a cool DIY gift he can actually use, or a sweet keepsake, handmade by his...
View ArticleCelebrating a #NationofMakers at First White House Maker Faire
Today marks the first ever White House Maker Faire as well as a nationwide “Day of Making.” The White House Maker Faire is part of the Maker Movement, which has grown over several years as more people...
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5 Fun, Educational Ways to Celebrate July 4th With Kids
We’ve rounded up a few of our favorite fun and engaging learning activities for celebrating on July 4th. From fireworks to patriotic treats, here are all the ideas you need for a fun and memorable...
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15 Active Sight Word Games to Play this Summer
Sight words (sometimes called heart words) are high-frequency words that young readers should memorize and know by sight. Recognizing these common words saves students time and frustration when they...
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10 Fun LEGO Science Activities
LEGOs and science are a natural pair. Many LEGO sets over the years have incorporated science and STEM, from this NASA Mars Rover set, to the LEGO Mindstorms robotics series, to the upcoming female...
View Article5 Fun Ways to Prevent Summer Learning Loss
The summer slide, summer brain drain, summer slump—it’s known by many names, but whatever you call it, summer learning loss is a problem. Studies show that when given the same test at the beginning of...
View Article15 Best Education Pinterest Accounts
Pinterest can be a great source of inspiration for all kinds of things, including education resources and learning activities. But just like any social network, including Twitter and Facebook, what you...
View Article20 Great Summer Activities for Kids
Make the most of these summer days with some fun and engaging activities your kids will love. If you need ideas, we’ve rounded up a few of our favorites. Do just one or two, or try all 20 for a...
View ArticleWhy Boredom is Good for Kids
It turns out a little boredom is a good thing. Unfortunately, experts say today’s overscheduled kids may be missing out on it, even during the summer, a time intended to be a break from the pressures...
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Back to School: Cool Homework Stations and Homeschool Rooms
Whether your kids need a space for a few hours of homework, or you’re a homeschooling family and require multiple study stations for a full day of learning, these colorful spaces and clever back to...
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Back to School: Scheduling Tools to Keep Parents Sane
The summer is coming to an end and it’s time to start gearing up for back to school. That means stocking up on school supplies, organizing your student’s study space, and planning for the busier pace...
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Back to School: iPhone and Android Apps to Keep Students Organized
While notebooks and pencils will always have their place on the school supplies list, when it comes to staying organized, today’s students have more high-tech options than the old student planner. From...
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Back to School: Easy Lunches for Learning Days
While it’s not the most important meal of the day (that honor goes to breakfast) lunch is still an important part of any student’s day. Eating lunch “re-energizes your body and can raise blood sugar...
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Back to School: Must-Have Apps for Busy Parents
These must-have apps for parents can help manage every part of your busy life this back to school season and beyond. From money, to grocery shopping, to keeping track of your kids and their schedules,...
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