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Smart Safety: Teens and Holiday Scams

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billion was lost to online scams in 2021, up nearly double from $3.5 billion in 2019. 3 Online Scams Targeting Teens This Holiday Season: 1) Romance Scams: During the holidays , teenagers who feel lonely -- despite being surrounded by family -- turn online looking for connection. Thanks for reading! A record $6.9

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Enriching Education: How Families Can Make Summer a Season For Building Children’s Language, Literacy, and Learning Skills

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According to the latest version of The Nation’s Report Card , produced by the National Assessment of Educational Progress, the average reading and math scores of 13-year-olds nationwide in 2022–23 declined by 4 and 9 points, respectively, as compared to 2019‒20 scores. Thanks for reading! Cook together. Plan day trips.

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