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The NCES Kids' Zone provides information to help you learn about schools; decide on a college; find a public library; engage in several games, quizzes and skill building about math, probability, graphing, and mathematicians; and to learn many interesting facts about education.


Did you Know?

Approximately 45 percent of fourth graders and 86 percent of eighth-graders in the nation had teachers who reported putting a heavy emphasis on algebra and functions in 2011, an increase for both grades as compared to 2009. (more info)


The Word of the Day

imbroglio -(n.).A difficult or intricate situation: entanglement. A complicated or confused disagreement. A confused heap: tangle.


The Quote of the Day

"Never tell people how to do things. Tell them what to do and they will surprise you with their ingenuity."- George S. Patton


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Calling All Kids! We would like to hear from you to find out what other types of activities you would like to see on the NCES Kids' Zone! Please send your comments or suggestions to kidszone@ed.gov

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