How to Build Your Infant’s Concentration Skills

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How to Build Your Infant’s Concentration Skills

We often associate concentration with older children sitting still and completing tasks, but the foundations of focus are actually laid down much earlier – in infancy! Even tiny babies are capable of paying attention, and understanding how this skill develops can empower parents to nurture their little one’s budding concentration. The Building Blocks of Baby…

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Why Project-Based Learning is Growing in Early Childhood Education

Chinese researchers recently conducted a wide-ranging meta-analysis that included 66 studies over a 20-year period covering various age groups on the impacts of project-based learning (PBL). The results found that, overall, PBL significantly enhances students’ learning outcomes, including core literacy, higher-order thinking, and 21st-century skills, compared to traditional teaching methods. This was especially true for…

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‘Talking’ Math With Your Child Can Help Them Better Understand Math Concepts

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New research suggests that talking about simple math during everyday interactions with your child can help them develop a stronger understanding of math concepts. A recent meta-analysis by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and the University of California, Irvine reviewed 22 studies from 2010 to 2022 and found a strong link between parents’ math…

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Learn About the Power of Play: How Play Enhances Education

Play in an early childhood education setting can be a useful and highly effective way to help children develop crucial cognitive skills that will benefit them throughout their lives. On October 17th at 7:30 p.m. EST, Endeavor Schools is presenting a free online presentation for parents and educators interested in learning more about how to…

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Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Marva Collins

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Marva Collins was a pioneering American educator whose innovative teaching methods and unwavering commitment to excellence transformed the lives of countless children, particularly those in underserved communities.  Born Marva Nettles on August 31, 1936, in Monroeville, Alabama, she grew up in a time of racial segregation and discrimination. Despite these challenges, Collins was determined to…

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Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Kelly Miller

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Kelly Miller was a prominent Black educator, mathematician, and sociologist at the turn of the 20th century. Known as the “Bard of the Potomoc” for his extensive writings on a wide range of subjects, his work and influence extended beyond the academic realm into civil rights and social justice. Born on July 23, 1863, in…

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Celebrating Educators for Black History Month: Charlotte Hawkins Brown

For Black History Month, we will feature several Black educators who made an impact on the American landscape. Our first feature spotlights Charlotte Hawkins Brown. Charlotte Hawkins Brown stands as a monumental figure in American education and civil rights history, embodying the spirit of resilience, innovation, and dedication to uplifting the African American community. Her…

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Endeavor Schools Reaches 100-School Milestone with Latest Acquisition

Children exploring geometry through hands-on Montessori materials.

Endeavor Schools has reached the 100-school milestone after acquiring Turtle River Montessori’s two locations in Jupiter, Florida. Highly valued in the Jupiter area for nearly 30 years, Turtle River Montessori’s track record of stellar education and talented educators is a perfect fit for Endeavor Schools. “We are excited to welcome the Turtle River Montessori schools…

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