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Who says a dog doesn't love a good book? Children can practice their reading skills and help scared shelter dogs learn to socialize in a new program at the Humane Society of Missouri. In the Shelter Buddies Reading Program, kids can read aloud to a furry friend (who won't complain if they mispronounce a word or two). The program helps anxious dogs.... Read More
Homeschooling is legal throughout the United States. Keep in mind though that each state is free to create its own legal structure for home education, so one state’s homeschooling laws can be very different from another’s. Which State Law Should You Follow? The law of the state in which you are physically present. Why Is that? When you and your .... Read More
Personalized learning describes a methodology, not just a set of goals. At it’s core it consists of offering different lessons for students that are at different skill levels, and allowing students to learn at their own pace. Personalized learning is an alternative to the “one-size-fits all” model of schooling. The general goal is to make individu.... Read More
While both these career paths are similar and deal with diet, food, and nutrition; they are not interchangeable. Dietitians and nutritionists study how the food you eat affects your body and your health. Both are considered to be health care professionals. Dietitians can also be considered nutritionists, but NOT all nutritionists are dietitians. .... Read More
Happy International Women’s Day! In honor of the occasion, our daily three is all about girl power. Today we bring you a little background on how this day came about, tips for how to raise a strong girl, and a mom reflects on why she needs the support of her girlfriends. Wondering how International Women's Day came about? You can read the history .... Read More