Editor's Note: These three articles investigate the lens of learning through stories -- how a child's brains soaks in stories, how they influence our use of technology, and how they support interconnections in community. --Daniela

A newly published study explores what happens in 4-year-old children's brains when you read them a story in three situations: audio only, picture book with audio voice-over, animated cartoon.

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"Technology and access to information aren't the most important factors in creating 21st century classroom; teachers are." Author Katie Martin describes the role of technology in relation to evolved teaching.

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Eight graders complete their journalism unit with something personal: writing letters to be posted openly for someone they care about. They post them publicly in the school hallway or share them directly with the recipient.

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Be The Change Idea

As the third story inspires, write a letter of gratitude to someone who made a positive difference in your life.