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The number 451 is the temperature at which paper burns; it signifies the fragile point in which preserved knowledge can be destroyed. When Ray Bradbury first published Fahrenheit 451 (ages 13+) in 1953, he warned of a future of censorship, …
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Blast Off with Katherine Johnson and the Moonshot Computers! Millions of people watched Neil Armstrong take his first steps on the moon in July 1969, but few of them appreciated the math that helped him get there! For years, the …
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At A Grade Ahead, our day-to-day focus is empowering students through educational enrichment in math, English, and science. We also understand that getting back into the swing of school after summer, while exciting, can pose its own challenges. Let’s explore …
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Most people have heard the common phrase “mind over matter”. Usually, it is used to encourage someone to work through a tough situation, whether that be finishing a long homework assignment, running an extra lap during soccer practice, or working …
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It is September in Central Ohio, which means schools are back in session. With the start of a new school year, parents are bombarded by information about their child’s academic curriculum. At A Grade Ahead, we are here to help! …
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The focus of this month’s blog comparing the book versus its film adaptation is To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee. Lee was a unique individual and won a Pulitzer Prize for the novel, and she was also involved in …
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Adventures in the History of Zero! Zero, which literally counts nothing, is really a hero in modern life. We see it everywhere from stores, where it distinguishes between $34 and $304, to popular culture, where it is a derogatory term …
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At A Grade Ahead, we provide superior academic enrichment for our students. Time spent in our classrooms is vital to academic growth. While classroom time is important, time spent outside the classroom can also be a great learning opportunity. A …
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Most young people dream of a dozen different careers long before they reach college. Kids get excited to be teachers, veterinarians, firefighters, et cetera. Before the age of ten, I’d planned out plenty of dream jobs: engineer, restaurant owner, writer, …
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20,000 Leagues Under the Sea – Exploring the Depths Recently, A Grade Ahead 6th Grade English enrichment classes explored science fiction writing. As a tribute to Sci-Fi fans, I decided to choose a book versus the movie that both highlights …
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