Old is new again: Chinese sees surge in new learners
On April 20, the United Nations celebrates Chinese Language Day. The day honors the history and growth of one the world's most spoken languages
Teaching babies a second language makes them smarter
Babies' brains are wired for learning languages and teaching them a second language makes them smarter. Here's how parents can teach their tots to be bilingual
Getting Started With Experiential Learning
Learning by doing—through project-based learning or role plays based on the news, for example—can boost student engagement
Why Learning Chinese Is Essential in the Global Market
If you want to have a career in the global marketplace then learning Chinese is essential
Activities That Prime the Brain for Learning
Brain breaks and focused attention practices help students feel relaxed and alert and ready to learn
How Do We Get Middle School Students Excited About Science? Make It Hands-On
The inquiry-based science curriculum at this middle school has students embracing a growth mindset, using technology purposefully and exploring their identities as scientists.
Guest essay: Why I home-school
Seattle-area mom shares why she has chosen to homeschool her children
Why Everyone Should Learn More Than One Language
Why everyone would benefit from learning more than 1 language
Teaching financial literacy: The bottom line
Every student should have the opportunity to develop the financial literacy
OPINION: Numbers evoke joy and wonder, why doesn’t math class?
Numbers can be fun and exciting so why is math class a source of fear and dread for many students?