Kids who wait for big rewards are more likely to do well in school

Kids who are better able to delay gratification are more likely to do well in school and have fewer behavioral problems, research finds.

National University of Singapore • futurity
yesterday ~6 min

Tweaked science textbook diagrams boost student understanding

Simple changes to science textbook diagrams can boost undergrads' understanding of biology concepts, a new study shows.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
April 18, 2024 ~5 min


The right tutoring can reverse learning loss from the pandemic

New research finds that in-school tutoring can help kids recover from learning loss they face due to the pandemic.

U. Chicago • futurity
April 8, 2024 ~7 min

How can students with disabilities get the best teachers?

Students with disabilities need high-quality teachers, but not all teachers have the needed training and skills. A study suggests a strategy that may help.

Jack Harrison - Michigan State • futurity
March 25, 2024 ~6 min

Students riding newer buses do better in school

Kids who ride newer, cleaner-air buses to school have better academic performance, according to new research.

Kim North Shine-U. Michigan • futurity
March 22, 2024 ~8 min

High schoolers who use cannabis & tobacco get lower grades

High school students who use both cannabis and tobacco are absent more often and get lower grades, researchers report.

Lisa Howard-UC Davis • futurity
March 15, 2024 ~7 min

‘Black Girl Magic Crew’ program uplifts Black teen girls

The Black Girl Magic Crew program is "a place to express your Black girlness in all of its glory," one teen says.

Chris Woolston-Washington U. in St. Louis • futurity
March 12, 2024 ~6 min

Anti-racist interventions don’t stress teens out

Anti-racist intervention programs don't cause stress or feelings of alienation among high school students, a new study shows.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
March 11, 2024 ~7 min


How to set your child up for reading success

An expert has some tips for parents about what you can do early on to help your child go from learning to read to reading to learn.

Jill Pease-Florida • futurity
March 8, 2024 ~6 min

After school activities may do teens more harm than good

The time high schoolers spend on so-called enrichment activities—from tutoring to sports to clubs—is negatively affecting their mental health.

Erica Techo-U. Georgia • futurity
March 7, 2024 ~8 min

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