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Want Kids to Learn? Make it Fun

This year's education headlines have included a lot of talk about the Common Core curriculum. Is it good, is it bad? Also there's been lots of talk about standardized tests, and teaching to the test. Then there's the debate as…

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Tips for Holiday Flights With a Toddler or Preschooler

It's official: US Airways and American Airlines are merged. What's this mean for parents traveling with toddlers and preschoolers through the Charlotte airport, one of US Airway's largest hubs: A busy, busy airport.I flew with my 4-year-old son, 2-year-old nephew…

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First Stitches

I can't remember when I learned to sew. My mother sewed, and I know I used a sewing machine in late elementary school. But stitching by hand must have come first.I still sew a lot, and my Etsy business is…

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Fire and Lice

A few weeks ago I get done with hosting Rising and I have a voicemail on my phone from our boys' preschool. Sick? Playground accident? Fight?"We wanted to let you know that Chase has head lice and nits. If you…

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Decking the Halls for Thanksgivukkah!

Now that Halloween is over and it's finally chilly enough to think about winter, we're looking ahead to a season of celebrations. Next up is the once-in-a-lifetime collision of Thanksgiving and Hannukah-Thanksgivukkah! This might justify a deep fried turkey, but…

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What's Next for Public Education?

Public education options in the area are expanding with more charter schools and magnet programs on the horizon, as well as digital technology in the classroom and Common Core Curriculum. It's hard to keep up with all that's happening. A…