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6 May 
In 1889, the Universal Exposition opened in Paris, marking the completion and dedication of the Eiffel Tower.
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What 5-letter word can you add to the beginning or end of the words below to make a familiar word or phrase?

white, dish, proof, wings, hole, salt
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Do you prefer to have PE (physical education) class outside rather than inside?

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Welcome to the NCES Kids' Zone

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 FY 07, $290.7 billion was spent on instruction for public elementary and secondary education. This includes spending on salaries and benefits for teachers and teacher aides, classroom supplies and services, and extracurricular and cocurricular activities. (more info)


The Word of the Day

subsonic -(adj.).Of less than audible frequency. Having a speed less than that of sound in a designated medium.


The Quote of the Day

"Knowledge rests on knowledge; what is new is meaningful because it departs slightly from what was known before."- Robert Oppenheimer


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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

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