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Fun Science Facts From the Library of Congress
Did you ever wonder why a camel has a hump? If you can really tell the weather by listening to the chirp of a cricket? The Library of Congress will help you answer these fun questions. more
Timing of Parent and Child Communication About Sexuality
The current issue of 'Pediatrics' features the results of a longitudinal study on the timing of parent-child communication about sexual behavior. The conclusion? It's usually too little and too late. more
Neil Gaiman – Master of Kid Goth
An article in the current issue of New Yorker provides interesting insights into Gaiman's work, his life, and his uniquely entertaining brand of fantasy/horror/adventure writing for audiences of all ages. more
Parental Love with Strings Attached
Alfie Kohn asserts that loving our children isn’t enough. We have to love them unconditionally – for who they are, not for what they do. more
College Admission: Days of Early Decision
By MAUREEN P. TILLMAN
The letters, fat and thin, and their cyberspace equivalents, are landing this time of year, telling local high school seniors if they have been admitted to their... more
Helping Parents Communicate Better With Schools
How can families and schools can work together to help young children learn and grow? Here's some research from the Harvard Family Research Project on parent-school communication. more
Language Learning Games
Digital DialectsThe Digital Dialects website features free to use interactive games for learning languages. The site currently features 60 language sections. more
10 Ways To Help Your Child Embrace “Green Living” – Part 1
It's hip to be "green"! Part 1 of SmartBean's list of ten ways to inspire your child to become a "green" citizen of planet earth. more
College with Confidence
What makes transitioning to college such a great experience for some students and so overwhelming for others? Guest author Maureen Tillman shares her thoughts and expertise. more
K-12 Online/Blended Learning Here To Stay
Among all the emerging trends in K-12 education, virtual or online schooling may well be the one experiencing fastest growth. more