My Favorite Pittsburgh Thing To Do With Kids: Former Steeler Arthur Moats

“It’s important that we put an emphasis on family time so that we can all stay connected and maximize the time we have together.“

JA BizTown teaches kids to conquer the business world

Kids get to practice the skills they’re learning in a simulated business world at JA BizTown.

What’s a midwife’s role? Kidcast explains the philosophy of care

One of the hallmarks of midwifery is shared decision making.

Worried about toxins in your kid’s school? The 1,000 Hours a Year initiative aims to remedy those issues

Mini-grants and technical expertise help schools address environmental toxins in Pittsburgh’s schools.

18 indoor play spaces for Pittsburgh kids

When it’s too cold or too wet to spend time outside, these spots will keep kids active and engaged.

The definitive answers to screen-time questions for babies and toddlers

At this age, you want to make media a shared experience and an opportunity for learning.

Don’t miss these Top 10 February events for kids in Pittsburgh

Embrace winter with loads of kid-approved events.

Moms find help for postpartum depression through NEST

“Early detection is often the key to success.”

Kidcast dispels myths surrounding pregnancy

Pregnancy is an exciting but complicated time when women are faced with many misconceptions.

Pittsburgh kids take the stage with Disney Musicals in Schools

“If you want to get me to school every day, give me something I really enjoy doing.”

A+ Schools’ James Fogarty embraces role of positive deviant as an advocate of Pittsburgh Public Schools

“We have everything we need to succeed. Let’s just get to work.” 

State program gives each child born in PA $100 towards college

The hope is that families will start their own college savings account.

Kidcast explores health risks in the ‘fourth trimester’ of motherhood

We want to emphasize the importance of a woman’s own health after pregnancy.

Pittsburgh’s MuseumLab showcased as a finalist in SXSW’s Learn by Design competition

Learn by Design elevates groundbreaking design of physical learning spaces and how it impacts learning outcomes.

This is why Joe Welch of North Hills Middle School is PA’s Teacher of the Year

“Everybody comes with their own story. How often do you get that situation where somebody doesn’t need help to be made into something better?”

Kids express themselves through free ProjectArt classes around Pittsburgh

“This program really reinforces the library as a vibrant and modern community center.”

New healthy media habits for little kids

Now that screen-time recommendations are more flexible, it’s time for new rules. 

Children’s Hospital opens Pittsburgh’s first pediatric orthopaedic urgent care

“We believe it could be the first pediatric orthopaedic urgent care nationally.”

What makes kids successful? The Pittsburgh Study hopes to find out by following 25,000 kids over 20 years

The longitudinal study is a major undertaking that aims to identify opportunities and assets that lead to positive change for youth.

‘Girl Talk’ records Hill District history from the Black woman’s perspective

“We want our girls to develop personal confidence required to explore post-secondary and career options.”