World class children books and space atlases reviewed
A broad roundup of children’s reference titles and space books from Reader’s Digest, DK, National Geographic and others. Titles cover world atlases, the universe, insects, animals, dictionaries, and fact books with vivid illustrations. Noting prices, publishers, and educational angles for young readers.
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Reader’s Digest
Reader’s Digest Books
Space
Dorling Kindersley
Peter Bond
Dorling
National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia
National Geographic Society
National Geographic
Darlyne A. Murawski
Sylvia A. Earle
Wolcott Henry
Christopher Sloan
Jonathan G R
Kids Can Press
Valerie Wyatt
Pat Cupples
Getting Up On Time Is A Challenge For Students
Washington AP reports that schools teach children to rise on their own by ages eight to ten. Educational psychologist Mona Shevlin notes parents often drive kids to avoid missed buses, sending the wrong message. She advocates earlier bedtimes and accountability tactics to curb chronic lateness across ages and schedules.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Mona Shevlin
Catholic University of America
Shevlin
University site gives voice to poet Paul Laurence Dunbar
Dayton based University of Dayton hosts a Web page highlighting Paul Laurence Dunbar. The Dayton native and first nationally known black American poet used English and dialect in turn of the century works. Herbert Woodward Martin guides Dunbar readings and teaches how to present his poems to students. The site features major works and teaching suggestions.
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Paul Laurence Dunbar
Dayton
Ohio
University of Dayton
Dunbar
America
Eee
Herbert Woodward Martin
Eme
Ritus
Martin
Birmingham
Ala
Dey
Ethiopia
Udayton.edu
Tilde
York City to approve Lincoln Edison charter amid board rejection
York Pa AP states the York City School District must approve the Lincoln Edison charter despite the board’s vote against it over a for profit management plan. The state warns the secretary of education will sign if the district does not. The Lincoln Elementary site is at stake with talks continuing and potential stays or court actions planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
York, Pa
York City
Lincoln-Edison
State Secretary of Education
Jeffrey Kirkland
State Charter School Appeal Board
Commonwealth Court
Lincoln
Oscar G. Rossum Sr
Lincoln-Edison Charter School Board
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Ann Love
Jane Drake
Smithsonian Institution
York Board
Charter School
New Castle
Lawrence County
Teddy
Bear
Wilmington Road
Washington Street
Main Street
Darlene Sansone
Azar
Kid’s Corral
Kiddie Corral
Rt. 18
Neshannock
New W
Sebastian
Hilltop Center
Edinburg
Sweet Pea Patch
Hilltop Plaza
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