Do Teachers Require Too Much Homework?

In recent years the amount of homework required of students at all grade levels has significantly increased. Some are now asking, what are the benefits of the sometimes staggering amount of homework students face on a daily basis. This fact sheet explores answers to these questions. You might be surprised by some of the conclusions.
http://stophomework.com/fact.pdf

Stimulus Package Would Fully Fund No Child Left Behind

http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20090126/ap_on_go_pr_wh/stimulus_schools

Literacy study shows that 1 in 7 U.S. adults have low literacy skills

http://www.usatoday.com/news/education/2009-01-08-adult-literacy_N.htm

The Importance of Play in Childhood

Perhaps one of the greatest dangers facing children is lack of play. Glued to computers and tv monitors, children learn from an early age that life is to be experienced virtually. What are the consequences of this for later development? There are a few organizations that dedicate themselves to reversing this trend away from active play. One of these organizations is called Alliance for Children. Please visit their website at www.allianceforchildhood.org