10 things kids hate about school (and 10 things they love)

What is it about school that stirs up such passions in our kids? We asked an informal panel of school-agers across the country what they adore and abhor about school.

Not surprisingly, many say recess and gym light up their school day. But others just love learning about everything — from bugs to boats. Here are kids’ report cards.

(A version of this story originally ran in Today's Parent magazine in 2007. Names have been changed upon request.)