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The best parents and teachers know that play is not just for fun. Play is the number one teaching tool for every student, in and out of the classroom. If you want to stimulate the student's cognitive abilities make ordinary lessons extraordinary through play. Parents at home can easily turn homework time into play time with these simple ideas:
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Setting aside a homework area for your children can be very beneficial in the learning process. Since kids often have a hard
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