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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 2007, about one-fifth of non-American Indian/Alaska Native students attend schools located in rural areas, as compared to approximately half of American Indian/Alaska Native students. (more info)

The Word of the Day

moussaka -(n.).A Greek dish made of layers of ground beef or lamb and sliced eggplant topped with cheese sauce.

The Quote of the Day

"Modern cynics and skeptics... see no harm in paying those to whom they entrust the minds of their children a smaller wage than is paid to those to whom they entrust the care of their plumbing."- John F. Kennedy

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

The total number of elementary and secondary teachers increased 27% between 1992 and 2005 and is projected to increase an additional 18% between 2005 and 2017.