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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 2010, fourth graders scored higher than in any previous geography assessment. (more info)

The Word of the Day

mollify -(v.).To allay the anger of: placate. To lessen in intensity: temper. To reduce the rigidity of: soften.

The Quote of the Day

"Of course everybody likes and respects self-made men. It is a great deal better to be made in that way than not to be made at all."- Oliver Wendell Holmes Sr.

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

Twenty-one percent of students at grade 12 report studying other countries and cultures almost every day.