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Harry Leibowitz co-founded the World of Children Award with his wife, Kay Isaacson-Leibowitz. He used $250,000 of his own money to fund what would later be touted as the "Nobel Prize© for Children" after realizing that there's no award-giving body that acknowledges those whose work are focused on children. Since World of Children started giving awards, it has helped 30 million children from 140 countries and has granted around $5M to their 95 Honorees.

There is probably no one in the world today who does not know the name Jackie Chan-currently the world's most famous martial artist. As a director, producer, action choreographer, martial artist, comedian, singer, stunt performer and, most importantly, an actor, Jackie has stunned billions of movie goers worldwide with his martial arts and acrobatic movements, earning him a reputation for being a realistic action star. Since he started in his show business career, Jackie's films have always been box office hits.

Evans Wadongo is a hero to his people in Nairobi, Kenya. He serves as their light-literally and figuratively. In this age of information technology, it's hard to believe that some still live without electricity. For Evans who grew up without that privilege, kerosene lamps became his lifeline. When he's old enough to understand kerosene's adverse effect, this promising engineer created what is now called "Good Light" or MwangaBora.

Jacob "Jake" Barnett is only 15 years and yet he's already taking his Master's Degree in Physics at Waterloo's Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics, a prestigious institution funded by the inventor of Blackberry. Thought by specialists to be incapable of speaking and reading after having been diagnosed with Asperger's Syndrome, Jacob surprised them when he turned out to have an IQ higher than Einstein. But while Jacob's intellect can be quantified, his mother's love for him remains boundless.

Samuel Truett Cathy is the patriarch of the second largest chicken fast-food chain in the United States, the Chick-fil-A. The restaurant has been around since the 1940s and has thrived despite controversies. They are known for being closed on Sundays, which is strange for a restaurant business. S. Truett Cathy devotes his Sundays to the Lord and he wants his employees to rest like what is commanded in the Bible. He has also written five books.

Meet the extraordinary singer, songwriter and philanthropist who is most known for directing the film documentary "CALL+RESPONSE" and co-founding the website "Slavery Footprint", Justin Dillon. His story of turning away from a bigger career opportunity in order to devote his life into fighting slave labor continues to amaze everyone who reads it. "My mission is to use inspiration to 'create' activation." To read more about Justin Dillon visit www.thextraordinary.org

Mariano Rivera, Jr. is a very well-known baseball pitcher playing in the Major League Baseball, most famous for becoming a thirteen-time All-Star and five-time World Series champion. A legend who has proven his mettle over and over again, Mariano has established himself as one of the greatest (or possibly the greatest) career leader in saves and games finished in the history of the sport. In fact, his skill and prowess for the sport has for several time earned him nominations to be included in the MLB Hall of Fame.

In this episode Tauba Tauba changes Chitraranjan's ice cream into red chilli and has wanted to torture other youngsters in the same way. In the Meanwhile, Fairies of Parilok are cheerful to see Baalveer and Dooba Dooba, and praising Baalveer for his bravery. Will Tauba Tauba execute his plan? What Mahavinashini is planning? To know, watch the full episode on SonyLiv.com

In this episode, Malvika understands that despite the fact that Shreya is not prepared to acknowledge her affection towards Kabir, regardless she has affections for him. She chooses to make utilization of specific photos to make contrasts in the middle of Shreya and Kabir. In the mean time, Kabir tries his best to contact Ananya however falls flat. He addresses Ananya's sibling and requests his help, so he can identify with Ananya, yet her sibling's arrangement too meets with disappointment. Next morning, Kabir takes Rony's help and figures out how to get an opportunity to address Ananya. Will Ananya at long last listen to Kabir's side of the story? Find out here.

let's hope this plan makes it. hope he puts his money where his mouth is.

Often, the first knowledge a teacher has of an English Language Learner (ELL) in the classroom is his name on a roster. It may look different from typical U.S. names. You may not know how to pronounce it. Sometimes you may be able to guess what language an ELL speaks by looking at his name and sometimes not. How can you prepare to best welcome this learner?

Bowdon pointed out "how poorly ... traditional news media cover issues pertaining to children" (¶1), and illustrated the problem with what was then a news-breaking case in point, 48 hours after sending his findings to "Google's press office" and getting no response (¶14). Not long after posting on his blog, perhaps less than 12 hours later, Bowdon got a response from Google; and less than a day after that, he received a follow-up clarification from Google, both of which he subsequently reflected on in updates at the foot of this post.

JOHN HATTIE has spent his life studying the studies to find out what works in education. His advice to teachers? Just shut up .. teachers need to stop spending 80 per cent of their time in class talking and start listening. ''When teachers stop talking deep learning takes place,''

A Georgia jury has acquitted Frank J. Rybicki, assistant professor of mass media at Valdosta State University, of battery charges related to his shutting the laptop of a student in one of his classes in March.

This is James Robinson's class blog. It also hosts blogs from all of his kids. James teaches literature and writing at SAS (Shanghai American School). He's been blogging for about a year and a half. As you'll see if you visit this great example of classroom blog use, this blog rocks! James is using Wordpress to create a website/blog presentation. He's happy to have teachers or students drop in and respond to the personal blogs his students have created. If you're looking for a chance at an international student exchange blog connection, give it a look. (Heck, give it a look if you're just curious.) The kids love to get comments from folks around the world so don't forget to be interactive! ~ Dennis O'Connor

EXCELLENT post--rt by diane ravitch today This is so true. Why is there such a disconnect b/t President Obama's own words and his admin's policies? It is seriously scary, and as Cody remarks, unacceptable.

Biker. Bartender. Tattooed. "Rough around the edges." It's hard to imagine how the same man can also be called a humanitarian, philanthropist, NGO founder, and hero. That exactly what makes Dickson Beattie "Doc" Hendley extraordinary. He doesn't have an illustrious educational background. A C-student is how he'd describe himself - an average guy who happens to care so much for others that he literally risked his life to get results. He founded "Wine to Water" after a stint in Darfur at the height of the genocide. His 501 (c)(3) non-profit aid organization has helped thousands of people in 13 different countries. Yes, he's a CNN Hero. To read more about Doc Hendley visit www.thextraordinary.org

In this episode of Bharat Ka Veer Putra - Maharana Pratap, Pratap alongside his armed force has dispatched the last ambush on Mughals as he needs to wipe clean the name of Mughals from his country. In the mean time, Jagmal has propelled an assault on Udaipur to catch it. Can Pratap execute Maan Singh? What Shakti Singh is doing in Haldighati? Stay tuned and watch the full episode just on SonyLiv.com

In this episode, Mr. Hooda has given his assent for Tisha and Bilal's marriage furthermore apologized to Preet for his behaviour against her. Meanwhile, Sid is suspicious about Sana and Ishaan's relation and needs to dive deep into reality. Can Sid unveil Ishaan's reality? Who Ishaan truly is? To know, watch the full episode just on SonyLiv.com