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By Dana Shultz for EduInReview.com

A new, interactive way for kids to learn is making the old classroom model seem far less appetizing and not nearly as much fun. The concept is called Chungaboo, and it's an educational-based start-up in Austin, Texas that was founded on the simple idea of making learning fun.Just a few of the most popular children's eBook titles from Chungaboo.

Chungaboo eBooks can be viewed on a variety of mobile tablet devices for a very visual and interactive learning experience for children of all ages. With Chungaboo, kids can access the topics they want to learn about, including numbers, letters, countries and music; and most subjects are available in up to 10 common languages.

For a better idea of what Chungaboo's all about, we recently contacted one of the co-founders, Sarah Marquez, to learn more about this creative new company that's turning learning as we know it upside down.

Where did the concept for Chungaboo come from? How did it come to be?

It is the vision of a group of parents and friends who were inspired to improve

By Kelsey Murray - EduInReview.com

Who says Facebook takes away from the academic learning experience? Sure, the social site has been dinged for being a constant excuse to take multiple study breaks, but now Facebook is actually improving public schools. Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Facebook, recently announced plans to donate $100 million to help improve public schools in Newark, New Jersey.

Zuckerberg does not have any personal connections to Newark Public Schools. However, when he met with Mayor Cory Booker in July, the two men began to devise a plan. They then approached Governor Chris Christie, asking him to "cede some control of the state-run system" to local officials.

This $100 million is only an initial gift that is part of a plan to create a foundation for improving education. The goal is that by placing control of this school system into the hands of local officials - and taking the control away from state officials who might not understand the problems as well - Newark

Heather Ashare - EduInReview.com

Think the Freshman 15 is unavoidable? Think again. Follow these 15 effective ways to not only keep it at bay, but end your freshman year of college healthier than when it started. Implementing these healthy lifestyle habits now will set the foundation for a lifetime of positive choices. Since you're at college trying all sorts of new things anyway, why not try this, too?

1. Beware of the bowl: Breakfast cereals are a college student's go-to meal, whether it's breakfast or dinner. But most of us over-pour cereals, which results in a few hundred extra calories. Prevent this diet disaster and use a measuring cup for eating your Fruity Pebbles from a coffee mug.

2. Take advantage of the gym: All colleges and universities have a workout facility, and many of them are state-of-the-art. Take advantage of the gym and use it regularly. Remember: Your tuition dollars are paying for the electricity that runs those calorie-torching treadmills.

3. Watch the

By Kelsey Murray and Brandi Koskie - EduInReview.com

Spring break is synonymous with beach vacations - playing in the waves, staying in a swanky hotels and partying all night with friends is all part of the package. When you add up cost of hotels, airfare, food, and entertainment, spring greak gets real expensive real fast.

College student or not, the economy isn't really looking too favorably on anyone's discretionary funds these days. But it's no reason to bypass the the spring break R&R that you desperately need. If you can't afford to shell out a couple grand for a traditional beach-bound spring break or a trip to the mountains for skiing, get creative, and plan a more budget-friendly getaway with your friends. Here are a few ideas to help you enjoy an affordable spring break.

1. Road Trip! Pick a destination you've never been before, grab some friends, hop in the car, and go. With a group splitting the cost for gas and hotel, you can easily make this trip relatively cheap.

By Brandi Koskie - EduInReview.com

Whether you're busy trying to get dinner to your family, pressed for time at lunch, or want to avoid the freshman 15 on your college campus, fast food is an all-too-easy solution for so many people. Generally speaking, people know it's not the healthiest choice. But people aren't always aware of how to turn a calorie disaster into a meal that won't make a cardiologist cringe... too hard.

Here we introduce a few ordering basics to trim fat, calories and salt from your order.

1. Skip the mayo. And special sauces, too. These are extra fat and calories that you don't need. Instead, use honey, salsa, mustard, or just go dry.

2. Say no cheese. Or at least don't ask for extra. It doesn't add that much to the sandwich and you're much better off without.

3. Down-size. Rather than order triple-deluxe combo, ask for a smaller fry and drink. You want to fill up on the protein anyway.

4. Order a water. Most fast food restaurants have bottled water now. So

By Brandi Koskie - EduInReview.com

Each fall sororities across the nation usher in a new class of sisters, thus furthering their rich traditions. Sororities offer young college women more than a social outlet, but academic support, networking, leadership and more.

Here we've listed some of the famous or celebrity members of many popular sororities, women who started just as any other sister and rose to become great authors, singers, politicians, authors or artists.



Alpha Chi Omega

Trista Rehn - Bachelorette

Alpha Delta Pi

Nancy Grace - CNN Journalist

Alpha Phi

Jeri Ryan - Actress
Kimberly Williams - Actress

Chi Omega

Lucy Liu - Actress

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Jada Pinkett Smith - Actress
Alicia Keys - Singer

Delta Gamma

Julia Louis-Dreyfus - Actress
Patricia Heaton - Actress

Delta Phi Epsilon

Bette Midler - Singer, Actress

Delta Sigma Theta

Aretha Franklin - Singer
Natalie Cole - Singer

Delta Zeta

Joy Behar - The View

Delta Delta Delta

Katie Couric - CBS Anchor
Molly Sims -

For a college freshman, the myths that surround the college lifestyle seem to abound. They do take attendance, you don't get to sleep all day, and your dorm room really is pretty cramped.

One thing that is absolutely not a myth and will catch up with you faster than shower fungus is the Freshman 15. It's very real, very unhealthy, and totally avoidable.

What is it? It's 15 pounds or so that college freshmen pack on, thanks to their new living habits of rarely sleeping, getting little exercise and subsisting on soda and pizza.

How is it avoided? By doing the opposite of everything mentioned above. The life of a college student is hectic, so that might be easier said than done. But still doable. So here are some tips on how to avoid the freshman 15 and find balance while feeling like a regular student - just a thinner, healthier one.

Skip Fast-Food. Campuses are littered with restaurants that accept meal points. Don't use them, and if you do, choose grilled items and vegetable sides.

By Brandi Koskie - EduInReview.com

Soon enough cars will be double-parked outside college dorms while parents and college freshmen haul most of their worldly belongings up to their new homes--a place with concrete floors, shared bathrooms and about 230 square feet to coexist with a perfect stranger. Sounds inviting, doesn't it? Technically, you'll only be able to call 115 square feet of that your own, as your roommate will also bring all of her worldly possessions to occupy the other side.

You're in college now. So be smart! Unless your parents are selling the house and skipping town as soon as they unload you, your old bedroom or the attic will be the appropriate place to store off-season clothing, prom collectibles, stuffed animal collections, and old band instruments.

Be resourceful about what you do bring, how you save space in the dorm, and use the following list to help you downsize before you even approach the threshold of your new campus digs.

Clothing

1. One laundry bag.