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If we are to succeed in preparing our children for the challenges of the 21st century, we must tap the knowledge, experience, and insight of classroom teachers. We can't claim that teaching and
learning are at the heart of education reform without listening to teachers. When I first came to the Department of Education, I appointed Terry Dozier -- a practicing classroom teacher and
former National Teacher of the Year -- as my special adviser. She has done a remarkable job of keeping the focus on children and teachers and involving teachers in the decisions of the
Department. This year I added another National Teacher of the Year, Mary Beth Blegen, to my senior staff as our Teacher-in-Residence. The Department now has a number of programs that
help us to stay connected with teachers. Through the National Teacher Forum , some of the nation's best teachers come to Washington to discuss education issues with the Department.
The Adopt-A-Teacher Program enables Education employees and teachers to serve as resources for one another. The Department also keeps in touch with forum participants and other
excellent teachers through focus groups and a computer network. Recently, Terry has worked on rewriting Title V of the Higher Education Act to reflect the concerns of teachers around the
country who have participated in these various discussions.

Terry once sent me a message that has become the cornerstone of my philosophy on education reform: “Children aren’t born smart, they get smart.” That means it is possible for all of us,
working together, to give every child in America the key to a successful future -- a quality education. Our challenge is to improve teaching and learning based on best practice and
research so that we can bring about fundamental improvements in education.

I hope that you will look to the U.S. Department of Education as your partner in education. We certainly will continue to counton your input as we devise policies and services to assist the
nation’s schools, students, and teachers. ... Read more

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INTRODUCTION

The term "hate crime" is defined by various federal and state laws. In its broadest sense, the term refers to an attack on an individual or his or her property (e.g., vandalism, arson, assault, murder) in which the victim is intentionally selected because of his or her race, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, or sexual orientation.

Every year, thousands of Americans are victims of such hate crimes. Each one of these crimes has a ripple effect in our communities. The pain and injustice of such crimes tear at the fabric of our democratic society, creating fear and tensions that ultimately affect us all.

Schools are not immune from such intolerance and violence. Teenagers and young adults account for a significant proportion of the country's hate crimes-both as perpetrators and as victims. Hate-motivated behavior, whether in the form of ethnic conflict, harassment, intimidation, or graffiti, is often apparent on school grounds. Hate violence is also perpetrated by hate groups, which actively work to recruit young people to their
ranks.

The good news is that children are not born with such attitudes; they are learned. It is possible for schools, families, law enforcement, and communities to work together to prevent the development of the prejudiced attitudes and violent behavior that lead to hate crimes. Prejudice and
the resulting violence can be reduced or even eliminated by instilling in children an appreciation and respect for each other's differences, and by helping them to develop empathy, conflict resolution, and critical thinking skills. By teaching children that even subtle forms of hate are inherently wrong, we can hope to prevent more extreme acts of hate in the future.

Educators have a tremendous opportunity to reduce or eliminate hate-motivated crime and violence. A number of school districts and individual schools have already taken action to create comprehensive anti-hate policies and programs that involve every facet of the school
community, students, parents, teachers, staff, and administrators. These schools have worked to create a school climate where hateful acts are not tolerated, and to provide an equitable, supportive, and safe environment for all students. ... Read more

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The first 5 years of a child's life are a time of tremendous
physical, emotional, social, and cognitive growth. Noting that research shows that children are more likely to succeed in learning when their families actively support them, this booklet is intended for families and caregivers who want to help their preschool children learn and develop the skills
necessary for success in school-and in life.

The major portion of the booklet contains simple activities for use with children.Activities for infants include developing trust. For toddlers, activities include playing with puppets and using objects as musical instruments. For preschoolers, activities
include getting along, rhymes, and matching sounds and letters. The booklet also offers suggestions for improving the transition to kindergarten, monitoring children's television viewing, and choosing child care. The booklet concludes with a 21-item bibliography and a "ready-for-school" checklist. ... Read more

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This book synthesizes the best and most simple ways to support your child's development (emotionally, cognitively, socially, and physically) at home.

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This digital document is an article from Journal of School Health, published by American School Health Association on January 1, 1993. The length of the article is 743 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: Opening session comments: laying the groundwork. (speech by Shirley Jackson, director, Comprehensive School Health Program, US Department of Education) (Working together for the Future: 1992 Comprehensive School Health Education Workshop) (Transcript)
Publication: Journal of School Health (Refereed)
Date: January 1, 1993
Publisher: American School Health Association
Volume: v63Issue: n1Page: p11(1)

Article Type: Transcript

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Gardner (1983) proposed a new view of intelligence that is rapidly being incorporated in
school curricula. In his Theory of Multiple Intelligences, Gardner expanded the concept
of intelligence to also include such areas as music, spacial relations, and interpersonal
knowledge in addition to mathematical and linguistic ability.

This digest discusses the origins of Gardner's Theory of Multiple Intelligences, his
definition of intelligence, the incorporation of the Theory of Multiple Intelligences into the
classroom, and its role in alternative assessment practices. ... Read more

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This Baby Care Guide is Presented by:
US Department of Health and Human Services
U.S. Department of Education
U.S. Department of Agriculture

This Publication and Baby Care Guide is 6 of 13 Publications released by the "Healthy Start, Grow Smart" Series that provides you with
everything you need to know about your baby according to his/her current age.

This Publication and Baby Care Guide will give you everything you need to know about your 5 month old.

The "Healthy Start, Grow Smart," health education series is a guide intended to improve early childhood education for America’s youngest children by providing easily understood information to parents and caregivers about best practices in early childhood development.

"Healthy Smart, Grow Smart" offers 13 issues of baby care information, one for the newborn and one for each of the first 12 months of the new infant's life. Published in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Chinese, these booklets and baby care guides have been developed by health experts to provide valuable age-appropriate information about health, safety, nutritional needs and early cognitive development.

Inside this Baby Care Guide:

Information Resources for Families
Take Care of Your Back
Interacting and Playing
Stimulating Your Baby with Toys
Help Your Baby To Explore
What’s It Like To Be Five Months Old?
Safety and Your Baby’s High Chair
Is Your Baby Teething?
Brain Development
Your Baby’s Sleep
Tips about Your Baby's Playpen
Avoiding Baby Bottle Tooth Decay
Safety Corner
Questions from Parents about Medicines
Your Five-Month-Old ... Read more

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This is your best choice if you are looking for the most information and for the best price. This information was taken straight from the U.S. Governmentand their publications.The U.S. government gives you the latest validated and accurate information available.If you are looking for Value and Accurate Information on your 5 month old, this is it. ... Read more

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This Baby Care Guide is Presented by:
US Department of Health and Human Services
U.S. Department of Education
U.S. Department of Agriculture

This Publication and Baby Care Guide is 8 of 13 Publications released by the "Healthy Start, Grow Smart" Series that provides you with everything you need to know about your baby according to his/her current age.

This Publication and Baby Care Guide will give you everything you need to know about your 7 month old.

The "Healthy Start, Grow Smart," health education series is a guide intended to improve early childhood education for America’s youngest children by providing easily understood information to parents and caregivers about best practices in early childhood development.

"Healthy Smart, Grow Smart" offers 13 issues of baby care information, one for the newborn and one for each of the first 12 months of the new infant's life. Published in English, Spanish, Vietnamese and Chinese, these booklets and baby care guides have been developed by health experts to provide valuable age-appropriate information about health, safety, nutritional needs and early cognitive development.

Inside this Baby Care Guide:

Information Resources for Families
Plenty of Love for All
Including Your Baby’s Brothers and Sisters
Safety Corner
Baby Games
Early Intervention and Your Baby’s Developing Skills
Fun on the Floor
Take Time for Your Baby
Fathers and Babies Need Time Together
Talking Together Helps Spouses Handle Stress
What’s It Like To Be Seven Months Old?
Take Time for Yourself
Moving Bath Time to the “Big Tub”
Feeding Your Baby
Breastfeeding Advice
Your Seven-Month-Old
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You Can't Get Any Better Information on Your 7 Month Old
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National Hispanic Heritage Month
September 15 – October 15

The U.S. Government, in wanting to recognize the accomplishments of Hispanic-American citizens
created Public Law 90-498 National Hispanic Heritage Week on September 17, 1968. The law was
later amended by Public Law 100-402 expanding the event to National Hispanic Heritage Month on
August 17, 1988. Contains over 40 recipes from over 20 countries of Hispanic descent.
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Table of Contents
Puerto Rican Recipes
Arroz con Gandules---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1
Tostones-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------2
Alcapurrias de Platano Rellenas de Carne-----------------------------------------------------------3
Tres Leches-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Mofongo-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
Mofongo Turkey Stuffing--------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
Sofrito--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6
Arroz Con Gandules (Rice with Pigeon Peas)-------------------------------------------------------6
Argentina
Argentine Chimichurri Sauce (BBQ Sauce)---------------------------------------------------------7
Chicken Estanciera---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Fruit Salad with Frozen Yogurt------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Bolivia
Saice----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------8
Picante de Pollo (Spicy Chicken)-----------------------------------------------------------------------9
Chile
Pastel de Choclo (Chilean corn & meat pie)---------------------------------------------------------9
Ensalada Chilena (Chilean salad)---------------------------------------------------------------------10
Seafood Stew----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------10
Colombia
Arepas-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Bunuelos (Fried Cheese Puffs)-------------------------------------------------------------------------11
Mango Delight---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Costa Rica
Arroz (Rice)------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------12
Sopa de Frijoles Negros (Black Bean Soup)---------------------------------------------------------13
Cuba
Black Beans------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------13
Moros Y Cristianos (Moors & Christians) Black Beans & Rice--------------------------------14
Dominican Republic
Sancocho---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------14
Dominican Mangu---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------15
Guatemala
Arroz Con Pollo Chapina (Chicken & Rice)--------------------------------------------------------16
Arroz Guatemalteco-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------16
Honduras
Plantain Pancakes----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------17
Mexico
Spicy Black Bean Chili with Tortilla Chips---------------------------------------------------------17
Mexican Lasagna-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Panama
Ceviche de Corniva---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------18
Tentacion (Candied Plantain “Temptation”)-------------------------------------------------------19
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Over the past decade, cooperative learning has emerged as the leading new approach
to classroom instruction. One important reason for its advocacy is that numerous
research studies in K-12 classrooms, in very diverse school settings and across a wide
range of content areas, have revealed that students completing cooperative learning
group tasks tend to have higher academic test scores, higher self-esteem, greater
numbers of positive social skills, fewer stereotypes of individuals of other races or ethnic
groups, and greater comprehension of the content and skills they are studying
(Johnson, Johnson, and Holubec 1993; Slavin 1991; Stahl and VanSickle 1992).
Furthermore, the perspective of students working as "academic loners" in classrooms is
very different from that of students working cooperatively and collaboratively in and as
"cooperative learning academic teams" (see the chapter by Stahl in Stahl and VanSickle
1992). ... Read more