Quaker Valley 100 Days project teaches empathy and mindfulness
Students’ 100 Days project at Quaker Valley Middle School helps students to develop skills and dispositions that can influence them to see service as a part of who they are as developing individuals.
My Favorite Thing To Do With Kids: Melia Tourangeau
Trains, submarines, precious gems. See where Pittsburgh Symphony prez Melia Tourangeau and her family head for fun.
Kidsburgh Q&A: Tanya Baronti on new role as director of United for Children
In her new role at United Way, one goal for Tanya Baronti is to bring families and communities closer together.
10 tropical escapes for Pittsburgh families — without the airfare!
Take the kids on a tropical mini-break — for a day or a weekend — to unwind and enjoy family fun. We have 10 great spots to get started!
Maker Monday: Tower Building Challenge
Kids can develop their engineer skills with step-by-step instructions for this Tower Building Challenge, a group activity with ever changing instructions.
Kidsburgh Hero: Teacher Charles Herring inspires kids through hip-hop and film
Former hip-hop producer Charles Herring found star status as a teacher — and as super hero Grammar Man.
10 Pittsburgh kid consignment stores (and event sales)
Sensible moms want value for their money. Pittsburgh’s kid consignment stores offer children’s clothing, toys and furniture at deeply discounted prices.
Pittsburgh teens connect with seniors through G2G podcast interviews
What generation gap? Pittsburgh teens and seniors find connections through podcast interviews.
12 cool Pittsburgh summer arts camps for kids
If your child loves art, you’re in the right city. Here’s a wonderful array of summer art camps designed to fire kids’ imagination.
Travel writer agrees: Pittsburgh is Kidsburgh!
Such praise for our kid-friendly city! Read how a travel writer describes Pittsburgh as a treasure for families.
Maker Monday: Anato-Me Wall Art
Follow step-by-step instructions for this Anato-Me Wall Art S.T.E.A.M. activity — and find a new project every week with Kidsburgh Maker Monday.
Pittsburgh EMS team adds two more fun wagons–MEDKIDs–to Children’s Hospital ward
Named MEDKID 1, 2 and 3, each white and orange wagon sports flashing lights, a cozy seat, helmet, pretend radio and all the official EMS stickers.
Coaching Boys Into Men Program Making a Difference
A program called Coaching Boys Into Men works to reduce dating violence and sexual assault by leveraging the influence of coaches, and it’s working in more than 30 school districts across Western Pennsylvania.
Pittsburgh creates community action plan for teen mental health
Pittsburgh has a plan of action for teen mental health and is on the right path to helping families. With community input, a pilot program will begin by summer 2017.
My Favorite Thing To Do With Kids: Noland Cheung on Pittsburgh family fun
My Favorite Thing to Do With Kids: Noland Cheung on Pittsburgh family fun
Moms Figuring It Out: Erica Peterson of Science Tots
Moms Figuring It Out takes a look at women whose lives change when they become mothers. Erica Peterson of Science Tots discusses her career path.
Expert advice on how to find quality child care — and pay for it
Sky-high costs, long waiting lists, and limited options have made finding child care a national challenge. Pittsburgh organizations offer assistance to find solutions.
10 great summer camps for kids who love nature and science
Help vets at the Zoo on their daily rounds. Be History Detective. Explore the science of “Star Wars.” Kidsburgh highlights Pittsburgh summer camps that explore nature, science, and technology.
Maker Monday: Cardboard Tube Penguins
Penguin power! Follow step-by-step instructions to create Carboard Tube Penguins — and find a new activity every week with Kidsburgh Maker Monday.
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Research shows that the first few years of life play a critical role in children’s health and wellbeing. Whether you’re an expecting parent, new parent or someone who cares for […]