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Regularly working with manipulatives can help boost second graders’ fluency and confidence in fundamental skills.

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JOHNSON CITY, Texas — If your Spring Break plans include curious kids and a little brain power, the Science Mill in Johnson City is turning math into a full-on adventure. The museum’s Spring Break ...