Unlocking Grandparent-Age People's Potential with Students

THIS is the Age of Aging. Every seven seconds, a baby-boomer turns 50. There will soon be more people of grandparent age than there are children and youth. These older adults are more educated, active, and healthier than elders of decades past. Inviting them to be involved in student activities (bey...

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Published in:The Education digest 2002-01, Vol.67 (5), p.40
Main Author: Bosak, Susan V
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult Learning
Aging (Individuals)
Baby boomers
Citizenship Responsibility
Classrooms
Community Involvement
Community Relations
Elementary Secondary Education
Grandchildren
Grandparents
High School Seniors
Instructional Materials
Older Adults
Older people
Parent Responsibility
Peer Influence
School Counselors
Schools
Special Needs Students
Time on Task
Volunteers
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Summary:THIS is the Age of Aging. Every seven seconds, a baby-boomer turns 50. There will soon be more people of grandparent age than there are children and youth. These older adults are more educated, active, and healthier than elders of decades past. Inviting them to be involved in student activities (beyond just buying chocolate bars from their grandchild) can make a big difference in the school.
ISSN:0013-127X
1949-0275