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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?

NAEP uses two statistical models to analyze inclusion rates of students with disabilities in states participating in NAEP. (more info)

The Word of the Day

pulvillus -(n.).One of the soft, cushion-like pads between the claws of an insect's foot.

The Quote of the Day

"Education is the movement from darkness to light."- Alan Bloom

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

The total number of elementary and secondary teachers increased 27% between 1992 and 2005 and is projected to increase an additional 18% between 2005 and 2017.