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Low Literacy Impacts Women’s Wages More Than Men’s, According To Study

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Brushing up on the books can help working moms earn more money, according to a new study by the Institute of Women’s Policy Research. Men with low literacy levels earn more — sometimes double — than women with comparable skills. And while women of all levels of literacy earn less than men, the gap is most discernable between men and women of low literacy l[...]

These Are The Best Martin Luther King Day Books for Kids

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If you thought that Martin Luther King Jr. Day is just another day off from school, then you’re missing out on a major opportunity to teach your child about civil rights, race-related issues, and equality for everyone. Celebrated on January 16 each year, the federal holiday marks the birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the voice of the Civil Rights M[...]

The Hoglet Fidget Mouse Can Help Keep Kids Focused While Learning

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There’s no denying the popularity of fidget toys. Used to improve concentration, boost focus, and decrease stress, fidget toys are fine to use — unless you’re a kid who’s in the middle of class and need to type or take notes. Enter the Hoglet, a mouse and fidget toy in one that can help children with learning differences succeed in school — and life.[...]

This Is When Your Child Should Start School, According To Educational Expert Victoria Goldman

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As a parent, you want to provide the best education possible for your child — and in some cases, as soon as Baby can sit up on their own. But when should you really start thinking about enrolling your child into early education? Well, that depends on the parent, but Victoria Goldman, an author of three guidebooks on private schools, knows that the sooner[...]

These Last-Minute Teacher Appreciation Week Gifts From Amazon Will Get You An A+

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Your child’s teacher is so much more than an educator (although that’s also equally important). They offer scholarly support, big bear hugs when your kiddo needs one, and are an educational advocate for your child. That’s why teachers deserve our thanks — and a present wouldn’t necessarily hurt. And these last-minute Teacher Appreciation Week gifts from Amaz[...]

5 Tips For Combating Student Stress

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As kids across the country return to school in one form or another, they are under more stress than ever before. The strain of COVID-19, the rigors of remote learning, and learning how to, well, learn under this new normal can take their toll on students of all ages. All of that stress and fear can prevent students from taking care of their own personal [...]

15 Ways To Work From Home While Homeschooling (Without Losing Your Mind)

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For many people, working from home is a dream. You can say goodbye to the days of long commutes, catty coworkers, (and heck, even wearing pants). Now, you’re able to work a somewhat flexible schedule that works with your life….and not the other way around. You assimilated to your schedule and overall, life was good. Until the Coronavirus came along and e[...]

20 Tips To Homeschool Successfully, Because You're Probably Stressed RN

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After wrestling with the decision for weeks, you’ve finally decided to skip in-school instruction this year and homeschool. But for many parents, (many of whom were educated in a traditional school system) the transition to the role of teacher seems like a daunting one. If you’ve been wondering how to homeschool successfully, you’re not alone. “I am c[...]

What’s The Difference Between Distance Learning And Homeschooling? As It Turns Out, A Lot

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After weeks of indecision, you’ve finally decided that you’re not going to send your child back to school in the fall. But with so many terms floating around (remote learning, distance learning, and homeschool), you might be unsure as to what educational path to choose for your child. As you mentally prepare to become a teacher to your tot, it’s importan[...]

This Is Why Your Kid Hates Zoom, According To Experts

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You wake up in the morning and check your schedule — and of course, there’s a Zoom meeting. But then, you look at your child’s school schedule, and (welp), they have one, too. If it feels like your family can’t escape Zoom, well, you’re right. But if Zoom meetings have both you and your kiddo wanting to hide under the covers, you’re not alone. Many peopl[...]