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When 10-year-old Julia Alvarez immigrated to New York, she learned the power of words.

Story Corner - Natalie gains a new friend that she almost missed out on.

Use this activity to discuss toys and play with the children in your life.

Read this installment of the "Why I Teach" series.

Florida representative Kelli Stargel has proposed a bill requiring the state’s teachers to grade parents of children aged kindergarten to third grade. Stargel suggests parents be graded “satisfactory,” “unsatisfactory” or “needs improvement,” based on whether their children arrive at school well-rested, well-fed and on time with homework completed. Her bill also requires regular communication between parents and teachers.

As a young newspaper reporter in Texas, I covered my fair share of speeches. The thrill of hearing an important person give carefully prepared remarks wore off quickly. So I got in the habit of turning away from the speaker and watching the crowd.