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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?

In 2007, about one-fifth of non-American Indian/Alaska Native students attend schools located in rural areas, as compared to approximately half of American Indian/Alaska Native students. (more info)

The Word of the Day

immerge -(v.).To submerge or disappear in or as if in a liquid. To disappear by entering into any medium, as the moon into the shadow of the sun

The Quote of the Day

"No matter how good teaching may be, each student must take the responsibility for his own education."- John Carolus S. J.

SEEKING YOUR SUGGESTIONS

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

Data Snapshot

In 2005, 44 percent of persons nationwide age 16 and over participated in some form of adult educational activities.