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At A Grade Ahead, we love to celebrate our unique stories and experiences, including cultures! The United States has long been referred to as a “melting pot,” where customs from all around the world combine to create something distinctively American. …
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At A Grade Ahead, we love fall and winter for many reasons. The beautiful colors of autumn, the numerous holidays to celebrate, and the first snowfall of the season are all on the list. One of the top reasons is …
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Ancient Maya Knowledge Deep in the tropical rainforest of Central America, archeologists and tourists continue to explore the ruins of the ancient Maya civilization. These ruins contain clues that have allowed modern scholars to appreciate the complexities of Maya society, …
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A Grade Ahead offers superior math and English programs to enrich your child’s academic potential. But what about music? Picture this scene: your child is sitting at the kitchen table, math book open, earbuds in, humming along to the music …
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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 Grade Ahead knows that learning …
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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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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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