Henderson the Rain King
Henderson the Rain King

Author: Saul Bellow

Publisher: Turtleback Books

Published: 1996-06

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9780613172745

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A middle-age American millionaire goes to Africa in search of a more meaningful life and receives the adoration of an African tribe that believes he has a gift for rainmaking

Summer versus School
Summer versus School

Author: James Pedersen

Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

Published: 2015-01-22

Total Pages: 155

ISBN-13: 1475812566

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As American educational reformers continue to find innovative ways to address the global achievement gap, many experts seem to agree that increasing instructional time is a viable option. In addition to extending the school day, some educational leaders have looked to modifying the traditional academic calendar to address some of the academic losses that occur when students have 8-10 weeks of summer vacation each year. Re-examining how students spend their summer vacation, although considered by many to be a cultural taboo, may be the answer to addressing global competition and decreasing the national achievement gap. The need for a two month break from schools harkens back to a pre-industrial time that no longer is pertinent for our students. Although an answer may be staring us in the face, are we willing to give up on the American tradition of summer vacation all in the name of reform and student success?

The Best Summer Programs for Teens
The Best Summer Programs for Teens

Author: Sandra L. Berger

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2021-09-03

Total Pages: 304

ISBN-13: 1000488691

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Record numbers of teens are applying to selective universities and the competition to gain entrance into college is tougher than ever before. The fourth edition of The Best Summer Programs for Teens helps teenagers find the coolest, most exciting, and most fulfilling summer programs across the United States. College-planning expert Sandra L. Berger provides students and parents with advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities, and guidance on researching, choosing, applying for, and making the most out of summer programs. Students will be able to peruse the updated directory of more than 200 of the best summer opportunities in the areas of academic enrichment; fine arts; internships and paid positions; leadership and service; math, science, computer science, and technology; and study abroad or international travel, to find the program that fits them best.