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Topic: School Policy and Education Issues

It isn’t always easy for families and students to make sense of school policy and education issues such as testing, student rights, and technology in the classroom. We clarify these issues and others.

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Websites Often Cause Confusion and Stress in Children

It's important to look at children behaviors online. Studies show complex Web sites cause stress in children who can't navigate them.

Education Gender Issues: Do Boys and Girls Really Learn Differently?

Is it true? Do boys and girls learn in different ways? Scientists have been looking at gender behavior in the classroom, including the development of both boys' and girls' brains - fascinating!

Research Round-up: Gender Talk

When it comes to education, gender issues are intensely researched. Some recent findings shed light on how to get boys to read and girls to take more math and science.

Celebrate National Children's Book Week with Fun Adolescent Activities

Schools and families can host numerous adolescent activities to celebrate reading. Popular children's books and events that celebrate reading can make books fun for kids in all K12 grades.

Parent Involvement in Education: Is Your Child Ready for Kindergarten?

Is your child ready to start kindergarten, one of the most important grades in elementary school? Make sure you do your home work and get all the facts about kindergarten readiness.

Music Education and Childhood Brain Development

Childhood brain development research is singing classical music's praises. It might just be the elixir for reducing stress in children, bumping up scores on standardized tests, and boosting brain growth.

Emma's Story: Ready for Preschool, Ready for Kindergarten?

For many parents, deciding when their child is ready for preschool can be a struggle. For others, deciding on kindergarten readiness is an even bigger decision. Here's some good advice to help you decide.

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