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Maker Monday: Marshmallow peep boats

This Maker Monday project offers lots of opportunities for STEM learning.

12 summer camps perfect for Pittsburgh-area kids who love science and technology

These Pittsburgh summer camps are full of science and tech fun.

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Maker Monday: Kids can make this rocket launcher from paper and straws

This Maker Monday project lets kids create and launch their ultimate rocket.

Maker Monday: Gravity Maze

This Maker Monday project is fun to create and fun to play with.

Calling all creative teens! Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is now accepting submissions for the Teen Media Awards

Photo above courtesy of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. It’s time again for the annual Teen Media Awards through the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh. For creative teens across the metro region, […]

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Maker Monday: Create this adorable caterpillar and butterfly

Make the butterfly life cycle — egg to caterpillar to chrysalis – with this Maker Monday project.

New encouragement cards are here from Fred Rogers Productions and The Mentoring Partnership

Image above courtesy of Fred Rogers Productions and The Mentoring Partnership  The legacy of Fred Rogers has transformed the entire city of Pittsburgh for generations — especially for its youngest […]

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Maker Monday: The Labyrinth Game

More Maker Monday fun is here! Check out this project.

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16 great summer camp options for arts-loving kids in the Pittsburgh area

Pittsburgh summer camp options for kids who love the creative and performing arts.

Curtain up: Your guide to all the high school musicals in the Pittsburgh region this spring

Spring is high school musical season, and the Pittsburgh region has an incredible lineup of shows.

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Maker Monday: Kids will love making (and playing with) Ping-Pong Ball Poppers

This Maker Monday project is quick and easy, and gives kids a new toy to play with.

It’s here: Check out the 2023 Pittsburgh Lenten Fish Fry Map

Pittsburgh’s fish fry map will help you find great dinner options on Friday nights.

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Maker Monday: Kids will love shoebox marble painting

This fun Maker Monday activity gives kids a new way to make art.

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200 teens gathered for this year’s Student Summit. Here’s what made it ‘magical.’

Student Summit leader: “We will raise a generation of people who can respect one another and cohesively change the world for the better.”

Daniel Tiger’s new digital game helps prep kids for a positive experience at the dentist

“Daniel Tiger: At the Dentist” is a new free game that can help kids feel comfortable at the dentist.

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These 14 Pittsburgh-area school districts are leading the way — and earning national recognition from AASA

These school systems help other districts discover what’s possible

Maker Monday: Kids can make these beautiful pinwheels

Try this easy Maker Monday craft with your kids!

Kidsburgh on KDKA: Get the scoop on summer camp 2023

Where to send your kids for summer camp this year? Kidsburgh’s Yu-Ling Cheng has the details.

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Learning Heroes’ updated anti-racism resource guide is perfect for families

This guide to anti-racism resources from Learning Heroes is full of age-appropriate support.

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Maker Monday: Easy pop-up Valentine’s Day cards

Maker Monday projects with step-by-step instructions are easy to follow and a lot of fun!