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Background Knowledge: Definition and Ways to Develop
Is your child able to read every word accurately, but still stares blankly at the end of the story when you ask what it’s about? There is usually no problem with reading skills here, but rather a lack of background knowledge needed to connect the dots. Take a deeper look at the topic and explain […]
Janice S. Armas
May 03, 2026
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Problems in U.S. Schools: What 380+ Parents Say
Homework meltdowns, report cards that don’t add up, the classroom that doesn’t seem to work for a kid — all these issues are familiar to parents of school students. To understand the most common problems in schools, we conducted a two-phase research, involving 381 participants: our own community of 128 parents of Brighterly students and […]
Janice S. Armas
May 01, 2026
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22 Coding Apps for Kids in 2026: Top Picks
In 2026, the top coding apps for kids focus on block-based coding, introducing concepts via puzzles and games, learning programming languages, and developing apps or games. Drag-and-drop coding apps make learning interactive for younger kids, while block coding and early language programming apps can support their interest. The middle and high schoolers need more complex […]
Franz Jerby Delos Santos
Apr 28, 2026
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