What Parents and Kids Need to Know about Nature
Children in the U.S. spend 50 percent less time outdoors than they did 20 years ago. In an effort to motivate families and their children to get outside more often…Read more →
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Benesse Imagination Zoo on iPhone
Imagination Zoo is a new painting application that allows children to design their own creatures and share them with friends from around the world. These animals move, make sounds, and…Read more →
8 Tips on How to Talk to Kids about Disasters
As news coverage continues of tornado devastation across the American South, children will likely see disturbing news footage and have questions about this tragedy. Below are several suggestions on how…Read more →
Target for School Library Makeover Program
Target Corp. has announced 42 new schools that will receive a new library as part of the 2011 Target School Library Makeover program. Education experts and advocates such as Alma…Read more →
Over 400 Students for Global Tech Competition
In July, more than 400 students from around the world will travel to New York to showcase their ideas for using technology to solve the world’s toughest problems. As the…Read more →
Oprah Offers Help for School in Zimbabwe
As “The Oprah Winfrey Show” nears the end of its 25th and final season, the Friday, May 20 episode of the program featured an hour titled “Oprah’s All-Time Favorite Guest…Read more →
Microsoft’s Free Xbox 360 Gift for Students
Microsoft has announced a new offer for students who purchase a new Windows 7-based PC. Starting May 22, students buying a new Windows 7-based PC priced at $699 (U.S.) or…Read more →