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45,000 year old leg bone found

Post author:Rose Dugas
Post published:October 24, 2014
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This little story is amazing because it is the OLDEST human bone found. Granted it was only one femur (leg bone) but it proved invaluable for what its genetics told us.

Found in a river in western Siberia in 2008, it was turned over to paleontologists who believed it to be a few thousand years old. When they sent the DNA for testing they found a hidden secret in this old bone. If you’d like to find out what THEY found out you can listen here or read the article here.

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Measuring Program Outcomes

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:October 23, 2014
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Measuring Program Outcomes: A Practical Approach provides a step-by-step approach to developing a system for measuring program outcomes and using the results. In collaboration with United Way of America staff, consultants and other partners this guide will help you through several key steps.

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Science, Science and more Science Experiments!

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:October 9, 2014
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“Gooey”, “Awesome”, “Oozing”…

…these are just some of the words to describe the three book series by Janice VanCleave. A former science teacher, VanCleave is the award winning author of 26 educational activity books. (more…)

Get Creative!

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:September 25, 2014
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From former program director, Ann Sayre Wiseman, comes a book compiled with activities to encourage youth and adults to use everyday objects in new and exciting ways.

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Ready, Set Go!

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:September 18, 2014
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Do you have children waiting around after finishing their activities? Long line waiting for the bus or bathroom? These are transition times that program deal with during the after school day. This resource will help you make transition time smooth and fun!

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Does Handwriting Matter?

Post author:Rose Dugas
Post published:September 13, 2014
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I remember reading that schools were starting to abandon handwriting and it left my mind unsettled. My intuition told me that handwriting was important but my logic couldn't tell me…

STEM Training Opportunity

Post author:CTAfterSchoolNetwork
Post published:September 9, 2014
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Immersion, a program of JASON Learning, seeks to help all kids share the adventure, excitement, and learning involved in real scientific discovery, to help them succeed academically, and to inspire them to pursue careers in science and related fields. Program materials include interdisciplinary activities, an interactive website, expedition videos, and live webcasts.

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Fun Science Activities for All Ages

Post author:Melissa Adams
Post published:September 5, 2014
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The Hartford YMCA on Broad Street had a very exciting science workshop!!! The workshop covered fun science activities for grades Pre-K thru 8th grade. We learned how far a fired…

1…2…3… It’s Math!

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:September 4, 2014
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More than 70 math games, puzzles, and projects from all over the world are included in this delightful book for kids.

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The Ten-Minute Trainer

Post author:Marla Berrios
Post published:August 28, 2014
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From author, trainer and veteran teacher Sharon Bowman, comes The Ten-Minute Trainer. An awesome guide for anyone who wants to spark engagement and learning in the right amount of time.

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