Summer is here, and it’s time to start planning some fun-filled activities for the whole family. If you’re in Indiana, you’re in luck! The Hoosier State is brimming with affordable and even free activities for parents, younger kids, preteens, and teens. From the iconic Indiana State Fair to free programs at local libraries and the […]
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Juneteenth, also known as Freedom Day, is a significant event in American history. It marks the day when the last enslaved African Americans in Galveston, Texas, were informed of their freedom on June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued. This day is not just a celebration of freedom, […]
Title: The Indispensable Role of Male Figures in Children’s Lives In the intricate tapestry of a child’s life, every thread counts. Each person who plays a part in their upbringing contributes to the overall picture of who they become. Among these influential figures, the role of a male figure – be it a father, grandfather, […]
Pros of not reading over school breaks: 1. More Free Time: Students can have more time to relax and engage in other activities such as sports, hobbies, or spending time with family and friends. 2. Reduced Stress: Without the pressure of academic reading, students may experience less stress and enjoy their break more. 3. Mental […]
Hello, young adventurers and parents! Today, we’re going to talk about a special day that celebrates one of the most fun, healthy, and eco-friendly activities – cycling. Yes, you guessed it right! We’re talking about National Bike Day. National Bike Day is more than just a day to celebrate our two-wheeled friends. It’s a day […]
In the digital era, Gen Z dating has gone past traditional norms and entered the realm of social media interactions and FaceTime dates. As parents, educators, or mentors tasked with preparing Gen Z for these experiences, it becomes a constant endeavor to navigate the latest trends, norms, and safety measures necessary in the digital sphere. […]
Discover the power of prayer with our Christian Teen Prayer Journal. Designed to aid spiritual growth and overcome anxiety, our 100-page Guided Prayer Journal from Creative Minds Work Publications guides you on a faith-based journey of self-love, confidence, healing, and peace. Offering a daily prayer guide and space for reflection, it helps navigate your prayer […]
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In a recent report, pre-teen boys showed the greatest struggle with conduct problems while teen girls had the highest levels of depression and anxiety symptoms. Ten years ago Roy F. Smith, an English teacher at Round Rock High School in Texas, was inspired by the idea of putting a text under a microscope while reading […]
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Feeling like your children and partner are grateful for all of the work that you do is linked to improved relationship quality, lower parenting stress and a lower risk for psychological distress. Matthew Kraft, an associate professor of education and economics at Brown University, was an early proponent of giving tutors — ordinarily a luxury […]
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A Decade of Data in Tennessee Shows an Unexpected Result When Colleges Drop Remedial Courses
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After the elimination of remedial classes, students passed more college courses. But the extra credit accumulation effect quickly faded, and graduation rates didn’t increase. View the full episode transcript. To an outside observer, there’s nothing particularly special about the beige rug at the front of Miranda Lyle’s fourth grade classroom. But for Lyle, it’s the […]