Part I: The Origins of Algebraic Thinking and the Modern Number System Have you ever had to solve a word problem with an unknown quantity? For example, “There are 4 apples in a basket. The apples and the basket together …
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A Grade Ahead Educational Outings: The Franklin Park Conservatory
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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Plan on Enrichment and Fun with A Grade Ahead Summer Camps!
As the days get longer and the weather grows warmer, students everywhere can feel summer vacation just around the corner. While children are eager for school break, parents must find ways to keep kids occupied during the long summer days. …
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A Grade Ahead Recommends: Top Picks for Spring Reading
At A Grade Ahead, we are springing into spring! And though the weather may not quite be reflecting the same enthusiasm we are expressing for the new season, we still continue our march into March! Are you looking for ways …
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A Grade Ahead Explores: Why We Write Letters
Here at A Grade Ahead, we’re always guiding students to improve their writing skills in our programs. There are plenty of fun ways to cultivate these lessons outside of the classroom. One of my favorites is letter writing. Here are …
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A Grade Ahead Reviews the Book vs. the Movie: The Outsiders
The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton has long been a beloved classic in young adult literature, capturing the struggles of adolescence, social divides, and the yearning for a sense of belonging. Written in 1965 when Hinton was just 16 and growing …
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“Roses are Red”: A Grade Ahead Explores Love Poetry
Poetry is a beautiful art form that can expand our understanding of the world as well as help us express ourselves. Here at A Grade Ahead, we love poetry and make it a key part of our students’ learning. What …
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Creative Writing Corner: Approaching the Finish Line
Here at A Grade Ahead, we’re proud to provide your child with educational enrichment that can push their skills to new heights. An amazing way for students to excel and stretch their skills is to engage in creative writing projects. …
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Bundle Up and Get Outside This Winter with A Grade Ahead!
Winter in central Ohio and much of the United States usually brings frigid temperatures, snowy landscapes, and slushy sidewalks. These conditions often deter people from spending time outside. At A Grade Ahead, however, we know it is important to stay …
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A Grade Ahead Rounds Up Resources to Warm your Winter!
This year, it seems that winter is hitting the United States pretty hard, at least where I live in central Ohio. The winter can seem impossibly long to trudge through, especially after the brightness and warmth of the holidays. However, …
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