Episode 17: The Homework Hassle

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Mar 31, 201425:32Education

As parents and teachers, Mrs. Larson and Mrs. Spencer agree that homework can become burdensome and frustrating for families. After reading a few articles this week on this very topic, the girls talk about how they view...

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