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Teachers turn more to interactive learning and away from textbooks

Teachers turn more to interactive learning and away from textbooks

The software combines animation, music videos and game shows to keep students engaged.

Consumer Reports:  Weighty Backpack Caution

Consumer Reports: Weighty Backpack Caution

Kids today are dealing with increasing academic demands. But could your child's homework load actually be causing physical injury? Consumer Reports had students weigh in to see if their backpacks could turn into a real pain.

WATCH: Baby Hippo at Lowry Park Zoo

WATCH: Baby Hippo at Lowry Park Zoo

A baby Pygmy Hippopotamus was born at Lowry Park Zoo last week making history. WATCH Jeff the Zoo Guy introduce us to the baby girl in this week's Life Around Lowry.

Confused in this ARE, we HTH

Confused in this ARE, we HTH

You can now chat with Tampa Bay's 10 News anchors during our shows via AOL Instant Messaging. But if you're confused by chat acronyms and abbreviations, we've got a guide to help you out.

 Strawberry Festival Wedding

Strawberry Festival Wedding

One ''berry'' lucky couple in East Hillsborough County will win a Strawberry Wedding to be held during the 2009 Florida Strawberry Festival as we celebrate ''Hometown Salute to America.''

Expo for families with disabilities

Expo for families with disabilities

From government agencies to therapists, families will have tons of information at their fingertips at the Stand Pinellas Accessing Resources Conference.

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National News

Transportation Dept almost out of highway funds

Transportation Dept almost out of highway funds

Transportation Secretary Mary Peters says the federal highway trust fund will run out of money this month due to the high price of gas.

State News

Crist declares state of emergency as Ike eyes Florida

Crist declares state of emergency as Ike eyes Florida

The storm is still at least four days away and the path is still very uncertain, but Governor Crist has signed an executive order declaring a state of emergency.

Health News

"Conclusive" vaccination study?

A local pediatrician, who treats many patients with autism, is speaking out against a new government study on childhood MMR vaccinations.


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