Education

These NASA Pictures of the Day Encourage Kids to Love Space

The NASA picture of the day highlights everything from dazzling interstellar clouds to baby stars being born and magnificent views of Earth.

The Power of Joseph Campbell to Change Today's Youth Story

Happy teenage boy smiling at the camera while leading a march against climate change. Group of multiethnic youth activists protesting against global warming. Teenagers joining the global climate strike.

We can create opportunities for young people to make the right decisions, so they get "clout" for strengthening their communities instead of hurting them.

How Youth and Community News Can Help Restore Faith in Media

Many communities in the United States need more access to quality news and information.

Real-World Skills We Wish Were Taught in High School

Forget trigonometry. We wish we had taken a high school class that taught us how to say, "This meeting could have been an email," without getting fired.

Everyone Deserves a Good Education

We need to give all students an opportunity to succeed.

Top 5 Ways to Cope with Online Education Challenges

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Discover effective strategies for students to overcome online education challenges. Get tips and techniques to thrive in the virtual learning environment.

Why Online Education Can Make Students Lazy

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Online studies are becoming more popular, but students should learn about the pitfalls before committing to it.

Creative Laptop Cases Students Can Appreciate

A good laptop case is worth its weight in gold and can show off personal style too.

Ella Baker Showed Us the Way to Promote Human Rights

Ella Baker, official of the Southern Conference Educational Fund, speaks at the Jeannette Rankin news conference on Jan. 3, 1968. (AP Photo/Jack Harris)

The civil rights icon used wisdom and determination to move the freedom movement and make a difference in America.

Responsible Gambling: How to Play Online Games, Have Fun and Relax

Online gambling can help you unwind, but you should do it responsibly. Here's how.

Craziest School Field Trips, According to Redditors

Embark on a hilarious journey down memory lane as we unveil the uproarious tales of school field trips via Reddit.

A New Kind of Teaching and Learning Experience

Big things are happening with students learning to think globally and act locally.

Caribu App Connects Long-Distance Families Through Virtual Books

With Caribu, families can have virtual playdates with interactive video calls that involve reading, coloring and other fun activities.

Focus on What's Strong to Build Community, Not What's Wrong

This is what sustainable community building looks like and how we create change.

Best School Principals in Every State

These are the best school principals across the country.

Do You Love the Earth? Prove It With This Environmental Trivia Quiz

Green points to anyone who scores 10/10 on this environmental quiz.

Best Books for First Graders That’ll Make Them Love to Read

"Frog and Toad" is a classic.

This Drawing App for Kids Turns Cartoon Consumers Into Cartoon Creators

Want to reduce your children's screen time? Check out the Animopus drawing app, and say hello to creativity.

Kids Can Doodle for Google and Win Some Serious Cash

The theme for this year's 2022 Doodle for Google competition was "I care for myself by..."

100 Second-Grade Sight Words to Teach Your Little Reader

Memorizing these second-grade sight words can help your elementary-age student elevate their reading skills with ease.

Dreading School Supply Costs? Here's How to Make Back-to-School More Affordable

The best tips for parents from a personal finance expert.

Are Montessori Schools Worth It?

Here's everything you should know about the Montessori education model.

100 First-Grade Sight Words to Boost Reading Skills

Reading is so much easier after mastering these.

100 Kindergarten Sight Words Every 5-Year-Old Should Know

The phrase "what you don't know won't hurt you" doesn't apply to reading skills.

Biggest College Enrollments in the U.S.

You might get lost on campus at these American colleges with the biggest enrollments.

Trivia Questions Every Kid Should Know

Knowledge is power.

Best Dr. Seuss Characters of All Time

There are hundreds of Dr. Seuss characters filling the pages of his books. These are the standouts.

Best Teacher in Every State

All 50 states have one.

High Schools That No Longer Exist

They are gone but not forgotten, and their stories still need to be told.

Biggest High School Enrollments in the U.S.

These high schools are bigger than big.

Meet the Newest, Coolest High Schools in the U.S.

These high schools have pushed the envelope when it comes to architecture, design, academic rigor and overall excellence.

50 Funny Teacher Memes That Are Painfully True

It's not easy being a teacher these days.

Vintage School Supplies Students Would Love Today

Times change, but some school supplies never go out of style.

51 Winning Words From the Scripps National Spelling Bee

How many of these can you spell? They're tougher than you'd think!

15 Geography Facts for Kids to Know

These fun geography facts can impress anyone.

Most Beautiful High School Campuses in the U.S.

These schools aren't just places to get a diploma. They are works of art.

Most Controversial Dr. Seuss Books for Kids

This is why people want to cancel Dr. Seuss.

School Subjects That U.S. Presidents Studied

Want your kid to be president? These are the subjects U.S. presidents studied in school.

Oldest High School in Every State

From Alabama to Wyoming, you won’t find more storied educational institutions than these oldest high schools.

What Are the Toughest Colleges to Get Into?

College rankings are based on key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education.

Which Colleges Have the Best Professors?

Rankings are based on key statistics and student reviews using data from the U.S. Department of Education.

Most Expensive Private High Schools in Every State

Find out what the most expensive private high schools in America are — and what it costs to attend.

35 Most Educated Cities in the U.S.

Sure, some of the bigger cities like Boston and San Francisco made the list, but the most educated cities in the U.S. are much smaller.

Small Towns With the Best School Districts in Every State

Families looking for top-notch schools in small towns will find lots to love nationwide.

World’s Top 50 Universities, Ranked

When it comes to higher education, nothing beats these best universities in the world.

Best U.S. Public Elementary Schools by State

There are nearly five times as many children enrolled at public schools than private ones nationwide.

16 Fun Video Games That Actually Teach Strategy

It can be tough for your kids to pay attention in school, but these video games can teach them as they play.

The Most Expensive Colleges in the U.S. by State

Most college degrees don’t come cheap — but ones from these 50 American universities are the priciest in the country.

The Best Board Games Secretly Teaching Kids Math

Nearly all board games have something to teach your kids — especially when it comes to math.

Are You Smarter Than Your Kid?

Here are 25 questions that just might stump you, but hopefully, your fifth grader can help you figure them out.

The Top 20 Things Every College Resume Needs

We've spoken to several experts and collected the 20 top priorities for your kid's college resume.

Best Dr. Seuss Books of All Time

Dr. Seuss wrote and illustrated more than 60 books. These are his best.

25 Metrics That Compare Education Around the World

These 25 metrics compare and contrast educational experiences for kids all around the world.

The Best High Schools for Arts in Every State

Here are the best high schools for arts that encourage creative students to really shine.

America’s Best Children’s Museums by State

Definitely not your average children’s museums, here are some of our favorites in every single state.

Best U.S. Public High Schools by State

Consider sending your teenager to these best-of-the-best high schools in the country.

Best Practices for Supporting Your New Preschooler

The transition from home to preschool can be challenging, but here are things you can do to help support your child through the toughest days.

How to Get Zen About Unschooling

For parents new to child-led learning, letting go of the old model can be a challenge — until now.

20 Best Moments From Elementary School

Those years might be among the best, even if we didn’t know it then.