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Dec. 17, 2012

How Do I Set Proper Expectations for My Students?

By Luke

How do I determine if I'm being too lax or strict with my son or daughter? I want learning to be fun, but sometimes you do have to put your nose to educational the grindstone. I'm nervous that my children … Continue reading →

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Oct. 26, 2012

What You're Surprised to Learn in History

By Luke

Tears sprang to his eyes as he imagined the situation. The price of food had skyrocketed. Corn, which used to be a few pennies, now cost more than $2,000 for the same amount! And the prices continued to climb. Hyperinflation. … Continue reading →

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Dec. 30, 2010

Life-Long Learning: Controlled Crashes

By Luke

"Why is the recommended tire pressure for the airplanes half as much on land as it is for landing on the ship?" My one question pales in comparison to the many questions my dad always asks at a museum. But … Continue reading →

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Dec. 6, 2010

Life-Long Learning: Epinephrine Autoinjector

By Luke

"Have you ever seen an orange EpiPen?" he asks me. "I haven't," I reply. His irregular toothy grin widens with his superior knowledge. But his is a smile of joy: The joy of teaching. He pulls out a long, slender … Continue reading →

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