6 cool things to do (at home) with kids in Pittsburgh this week

How about a dinosaur dinner party, a barnyard ballet and a leopard cub cuteness cure?

Kidsburgh launches new series with its Mental Health Survey report

We set a goal this year to raise awareness of mental health issues.

6 Pittsburgh bakeries offer curbside pickup for DIY cookie kits

These DIY kits for kids provide entertaining activities, plus yummy treats at the end of each project.

Michael Keaton to the rescue with bus-stop meals for Pittsburgh kids

Pittsburgh non-profits wanted to find a solution to help bring food closer to kids.

These 4 Pittsburgh writing contests give kids a creative outlet at home

These four spring writing contests will keep literacy skills sharp for kids from kindergarten through high school.

These Pittsburgh kids bring fresh perspectives on solutions to violence

Many of the participants shared first-hand experiences of the loss of a loved one or the fear they carry with them.

5 things to do (at home) with kids this week in Pittsburgh

Just because we’re under a stay-at-home order doesn’t mean kids can’t explore exciting new activities.

Some Pittsburgh child care centers remain open to support frontline medical workers and first responders

“Someone has to support the essential workers like those on the medical frontlines.”

Here’s how Pittsburgh kids spread joy and connections during coronavirus quarantine

No one is better at finding the joy in new situations than children.

Breast milk donors needed at Mid-Atlantic Mothers’ Milk Bank in Pittsburgh

The milk bank serves more than 30 neonatal intensive care units across four states.

Here’s how to be a coronavirus hero and help struggling families in Pittsburgh

Support organizations and efforts helping people affected by the coronavirus outbreak.

7 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week (when everything is canceled)

We found some local hands-on activities and online events to keep your kids’ minds occupied, so you don’t lose yours.

Pittsburgh foundations team up on $10M Emergency Action Fund for our most vulnerable families

“Through this fund, we come together as one, with one goal: ensuring rapid and effective assistance for the most vulnerable.”

Where to get help in Pittsburgh as we adjust to life with coronavirus

“It can be tempting to get glued to the news, but that may only increase anxiety.”

Pittsburgh WFH moms offer tips on how to survive working from home with kids

“I try to give them all my attention in the mornings and wear them out then.”

10 free online education resources that make learning at home fun for kids

We’ve compiled a list of free resources with ready-to-use lesson plans on a variety of subjects and grade levels.

Common Sense Media: 10 reasons you should read aloud to big kids, too

Even after kids can read on their own, they benefit from being read to.

20 hands-on activities to keep kids busy

Most supplies can be found on your pantry, recycle box or craft bin.

LaTrenda Leonard Sherrill on investing in Pittsburgh kids, from elementary school to high school

We have to set up every child for opportunities in this region.

‘Big League Fun’ baseball exhibit hits a home run with Pittsburgh kids

“Baseball and family are pretty much synonymous.”