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August 2012

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12 tips to get the best start in preschool

Nonna Working -
It is important for kids to have the best experience possible when it comes to loving school, so get started in preschool with our tips from the experts.
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Boys vs. girls: Understand the difference (beyond the obvious, of course)

Crystal Yednak -
Experts say parents and teachers should not compare boys and girls -- or stereotype students based on their gender.
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Technology in the classroom

Crystal Yednak -
What you should know about creating a health media diet for your kids this school year.
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Does the end of summer vacation mean the end of vacations?

Kristen Kuchar -
Does the end of summer vacation mean the end of vacations when the school bell rings? Some say yes, some say no.
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The gift of gifted education

Laura Amann -
With budgets on the decline, parents and teachers of gifted children find themselves forced to be more creative to encourage the learning.
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A+ for learning

Christy Bonstell -
Despite popular favor in years past, the theory of learning styles isn't the best way to encourage children to learn. Rather, adapting to each child's best abilities is key to success.
Education

No Child Left Behind 10 years later

Dan Campana -
10 years after NCLB, schools are still failing and Illinois is on the verge of big changes.
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Fun snacks for little fingers

Caitlin Murray Giles -
Try these yummy fun snacks for little fingers.
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Teaching kids to pay their bills

Lela Davidson -
Four ways to help your kids learn good fiscal habits now that will pay off the rest of their lives.
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Work is all about play for doll creator

Melanie Kalmar -
Jodi Norgaard set out to create dolls that make girls like themselves. So far, she's succeeded with Go! Go! dolls.
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