My 12 year old son wants an iPhone. We agreed that if he completes some fitness goals and an educational goal we would get him one. I am trying to set the educational goal. He is pretty bright and gets straight As in school so I would like the goal to be something not school related and preferably something he probably won't get exposed to in school. I am an electrical engineer and initially thought some sort of computer programming. Any ideas will be greatly appreciated.
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on Jan 31, 2013 -
25 answers
My son is now 15 months old, and I would like for him to have the best possible mathematics education. What should I be doing now and what sort of long-term plan should I have in order to help him both to learn and to love mathematics? (He doesn't have to be a mathematician when he grows up, but really knowing mathematics is non-negotiable.)
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posted by Jonathan Livengood
on Jan 17, 2013 -
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I'm looking for recommendations for childrens' educational book series. It's for a 4-5 year old, but writing level is not important, as long as it has good pictures we can talk about (e.g. the DK Eyewitness series). Preferably, each volume is devoted to a single subject (no encyclopedias), and be available cheaply second-hand. Thanks!
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posted by carter
on Oct 6, 2012 -
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Moving to a better school zone. Should I do it? Tough decisions concerning moving, staying put, and financial future.
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posted by anonymous
on Aug 25, 2012 -
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My pre-k boy LOVES video games and adventure/superhero TV shows. It would be great to harness some of that love for learning purposes. What are your recommendations for software or online games that do that? We're a Mac household.
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posted by michaeldunaway
on Aug 24, 2012 -
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What is the best method for making my own flannel or felt story board and story pieces?
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posted by lirael2008
on Aug 12, 2012 -
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I'm looking for websites that have cool, educational, entertaining and kid-safe stuff I can share with my two 4 year olds, perhaps similar to
the kids should see this, and/or sites that suggest neat projects and how-to's my wife and I can work on with them to open their eyes to the wonders of the world around them. All suggestions welcome!
posted by zarq
on Jun 10, 2012 -
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What
non-computer based activities can I use to teach video game development to 10-12 year olds?
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posted by atlantica
on Jun 6, 2012 -
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Does anyone know of any books for children around the age of 9 (a rather intelligent 9 year old mind you) that explores philosophical concepts, specifically metaphysics and epistemology. I gave him some old philosophy textbooks of mine, but they were a little too much for him I think.
posted by fightoplankton
on Mar 19, 2012 -
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Looking for computer/internet recommendations for my 10 year old friend. What are the coolest, most interesting, and least consumerist activities, websites, and other digital/virtual things that I can introduce this kid to? What did you like to do with computers / the internet when you were that age?
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posted by bubukaba
on Jan 3, 2012 -
14 answers
I was in a school play when I was in the first grade, in 1976. I would love to know what the play was, so I can find it and read it again!
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posted by tomboko
on May 15, 2011 -
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Looking for tips on teaching/discussing reproduction to kindergarten age children.
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posted by dan g.
on Mar 16, 2011 -
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What are some interesting culturally specific conversations students around the world might be having with their friends, parents, or teachers?
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posted by acidic
on Oct 31, 2010 -
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I'd like to learn about jobs that involve working intensively, one-on-one, with preschool or elementary-aged kids, to help them learn or develop. But, I have so many constraints that I'm not sure any role fits. Could you point me to any possibilities?
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posted by Other
on Aug 5, 2010 -
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Can you recommend some great educational media for my nearly two year old daughter? I am looking for good DVD's, computer / iPhone software, or websites that I can load up for 30-60 minutes a day. I would like something she can learn from, but if she is having fun, that is cool as well. Right now she is a Dora and Diego addict. I just got her a few LeapFrog preschool DVD's that she loves. She can sing her ABC's and can count to 10 in English and Spanish. She is just starting to be able to answer "How does the letter A, B, C, etc. go?' She knows how to flip pages and push buttons on the iPhone. Are there any computer learning games that a two year old could handle. Flash games? iPhone games? Answers to this question do not involve telling me to take my daughter outside. I am familiar with the debunking of Baby Einstein. I would just like to find some good stuff for her to watch, play or interact with. General toy recommendations are good as well.
posted by jasondigitized
on Aug 2, 2010 -
24 answers
I've heard it said that when children are playing, they're learning. So what is that they're learning when they're Gaming?
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posted by philip-random
on Jul 27, 2010 -
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Why are children so unwilling to tell their parents about their days in school? Is there a reason for this phenomenon, and does this phenomenon actually exist?
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posted by RajahKing
on Jun 4, 2010 -
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Is it possible, legal, and/or wise to form a homeschooling collective?
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posted by tk
on Mar 16, 2010 -
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BostonFilter: Where is the coolest place to take a 5-year-old in Boston, Massachusetts?
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posted by raddevon
on Mar 12, 2010 -
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My 4th grader is in her first year of a program for gifted children. It is a competitive program, at a school outside our district, and acceptance was based on advanced language, reading, writing, and "liberal arts" ability. I thought my daughter's gifts -- all of which match the description above -- would be nurtured here. But I have been dismayed to realize that all her teacher cares about is that her desk is messy and her handwriting isn't neat enough. My child has sensory issues that do in fact make it harder for her to keep her things organized. But how can I talk to the teacher about focusing more on her gifts -- which is supposed to be the mission of this program? (Sorry, this is long.)
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posted by anonymous
on Oct 10, 2009 -
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What would be the best place and type of school to give my children a really great and meaningful education.
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posted by fcain
on Sep 29, 2009 -
10 answers
What would it take to set up a scholarship prize fund for a particular school in a developing country?
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posted by jonesor
on Sep 28, 2009 -
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I've taken responsibility for a very small children's library and I'd love your ideas for making it awesome.
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posted by serazin
on Sep 3, 2009 -
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What are the trends around the world underlying the most successful (I guess I am talking financially mostly) high schools around the world these days? What are the marketing buzzwords driving the race for students? My old high school is in trouble and I'd like to help if I can.
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posted by zaebiz
on Aug 17, 2009 -
7 answers
Board-games for a small family with a girl, from ages 0-14 (where she stops talking to us and accuses us of ruining her life forever)
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posted by Slap*Happy
on Jul 9, 2009 -
45 answers
Las Cuentas de Benjamin 2... I am looking for a first grade spanish language math workbook called Las Cuentas de Benjamin 2, or something like it.
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posted by alcahofa
on Mar 2, 2009 -
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Learn-at-home systems for languages: are they worth it? Could working with one help facilitate encouraging bilingual learning in a child?
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posted by nanojath
on Dec 31, 2008 -
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Thanks to a love affair with Dora the Explorer, my six-year-old daughter is fascinated by Spanish. She's too old for Dora now and has moved onto Strawberry Shortcake, but not a day goes by without her demanding to know how to say various things in Spanish.
My husband and I are happy to help with this, and will look up translations on our phones, but her questions are rapidly surpassing my intro-level Spanish skills. I'd like to find some child-oriented websites that will help her learn Spanish.
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posted by meghanmiller
on Dec 9, 2008 -
11 answers
What should I look for in the IEP and what should I ask the child study team during the IEP meeting?
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posted by anonymous
on Jun 5, 2008 -
15 answers
