A Magical Tale of Brilliance, Bullies, and Big Heart Today’s Book-to-Movie spotlight features Matilda, the beloved story of a brilliant young girl who uses her wit—and a bit of magic—to stand up to bullies and find where she truly belongs. …
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A Grade Ahead Explores the Evolution of Math
Part III: Spotlight on Sir Isaac Newton (1642-1727)! Have you heard about the apple that fell on Sir Isaac Newton’s head, causing him to be curious about gravity and planetary motion? While that story may not be true, it has …
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Grammar with Grace: Fortify Your Writing with A Grade Ahead
In our English enrichment classes, A Grade Ahead teaches intensive grammar and style lessons to help students develop their writing skills. I’ve compiled a short list of lessons that students often forget to apply. As a university student studying English, …
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A Grade Ahead Explores the Evolution of Math
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 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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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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A Grade Ahead Rounds Up Resources for a Happy Holiday!
As December arrives, so does a festive atmosphere around the United States and the rest of the world. For many, this is a time of great cheer, as a multitude of holidays are celebrated around or in this month! Throughout …
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A Grade Ahead’s Creative Writing Corner: Continuing the Journey
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 abilities is to engage in creative writing projects! …
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A Grade Ahead’s Creative Writing Corner: First Steps
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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