by Sarah Green | Aug 18, 2016 | Parent Issues, Student Issues
My 2013 post featuring 40 educational TV shows available on Netflix is so popular that I decided it was time to do an updated list. So, without further ado, here are 27 great titles that can teach kids of all ages about academic subjects, positive values and even...
by Sarah Green | Aug 17, 2016 | News, Parent Issues, Student Issues
The NAACP has approved a resolution calling for an end to the expansion of privately run charter schools. They maintain that charter schools are publicly funded but do not serve the needs of the public, and often further disadvantage poor communities in which they are...
by Supporting Education | Aug 11, 2016 | News, Parent Issues
A number of studies have shown that breast milk contributes to children’s health, but a new study has shown that it can have positive effects on the development of their brains as well. In a study of 180 preterm babies, researchers found that children who received...
by Sarah Green | Jul 6, 2016 | Parent Issues, Student Issues
Keeping kids active and healthy is a concern around the world. Obesity is a common issue that can lead to a variety of medical problems for people of all ages, and for some time now, educators and administrators have been looking for ways to get kids moving, with...
by Sarah Green | Jun 21, 2016 | Parent Issues, Student Issues
Summer break is here! That means it’s time to bring the classroom home and keep young minds active for the next few months. Here’s a quick scientific activity to spark curiosity and discussion in your own kitchen. This is a good one for kids around fifth...