Are magnet schools working?
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Magnet schools miss their goal of providing quality public education to all children regardless of race. Under magnet programs, white children are encouraged to enrol in predominantly minority communities. However, most students in magnet schools are found to be middle class whites and Asians.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1996
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Giant steps
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A guide to a child's 20 motor milestones from birth to kindergarten is presented. Among these achievements are a child's first mini push-up as well as his first time to sit and walk unsupported, creep or crawl, climb and jump with both feet.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1995
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What to do about birthmarks
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Laser technology can be used to erase birthmarks at an early age. Early intervention through laser treatment requires fewer treatments and eliminates the psychological damage on children's self-worth.
Publication Name: Parenting
Subject: Family and marriage
ISSN: 0890-247X
Year: 1995
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