
How counting by 10 helps children learn about the meaning of numbers
When children start school, they learn how to recite their numbers (“one, two, three…”) and how to write them (1, 2, 3…). Learning about what those numbers mean is even more challenging,
April 26, 2024

Sci-fi books are rare in school even though they help kids better understand science
Science fiction can lead people to be more cautious about the potential consequences of innovations. It can help people think critically about the ethics of science.
January 26, 2024

Year-round school: Difference-maker or waste of time?
What kinds of year-round schools exist?
The first is the “single-track” modified calendar, also known as a “balanced calendar.” The second is the
January 26, 2024

Newly linked data can reveal academic development from kindergarten to high school
If you observe a kindergarten classroom, its games, songs, stories and activities might seem to be just for fun.
But play-based learning helps children develop skills and knowledge
January 26, 2024