Teen caffeine consumption is growing: What medical experts want you to know

Pittsburgh teens may be consuming much more caffeine than they — or their parents — realize. Here’s what it matters.

Kindness Grows Here

Your child could receive a Kindness Grows Here grant: Here’s how

Pittsburgh kids can apply for Kindness Grows Here grants through Nov. 1.

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What families need to know about ‘eggshell parenting’

Parenting isn’t easy, and ‘eggshell parenting’ happens. Learning self-regulation can help.

literacy under the lights

Literacy Under the Lights events are happening around the region: We’ve got details

Literacy Under the Lights is a chance for families to read together and connect with community organizations.

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Play takes center stage in Pittsburgh through workshops, grant funding and community-wide playful learning

Pittsburgh is getting serious about playful learning. Here’s how.

#bethekindkid

#bethekindkid Kindness in Action campaign begins this week

Your child may have a chance to #bethekindkid through this new kindness campaign.

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SLB + Kidsburgh are seeking youth reporters: Don’t miss our information session on Sept. 18

Got a teen who might want to be a Kidsburgh Youth Reporter? Learn more on Sept. 18 at SLB Radio’s studio on the North Side. Details here.

These Pittsburgh teen media creators are getting their voices heard — and being celebrated for it

Check out the works of these talented Pittsburgh teen media creators.

getting lost in parenthood

Family Matters: Reclaiming your identity in parenthood

Getting lost in parenthood can be tough, “but the reality is that you can be found.”

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Back-to-school guide: 5 great ways to get kids ready for learning this year

Take these easy steps to help your child get ready for a great school year.

Want your kid to fall in love with reading? These Pittsburgh authors have suggestions.

Easy ways to help kids love reading. Check out this advice.

weekend events Pittsburgh

What are Horse Trading Days? Discover this local fest and 9 other Pittsburgh weekend events, including Picklesburgh!  

This lineup of Pittsburgh weekend events has something for everybody.

Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative

Giving kids a reason to go: The Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative aims to change chronic school absenteeism into ‘presenteeism’

Pittsburgh Learning Collaborative Summit attendees strategized about turning absenteeism into ‘presenteeism.’ Details here.

Human connection and deep listening: Parents as Allies teams are reimagining family-school engagement

Parents as Allies team members called each other from the bleachers of spring baseball games and had conversations “deep into the night” to build new connections.

learning 2025

The Western PA Learning 2025 Alliance wraps up two years of innovation — and looks to the future

The Learning 2025 Alliance aims to holistically redesign public school in the next two years. Check out their progress.

summer safety for babies

Summer safety for babies and toddlers: Expert advice on heat and sun exposure

Summer safety for babies and little kids includes sunscreen, shade and staying hydrated.

LGBTQ resources

LGBTQ+ resources for Pittsburgh-area families: reading lists, youth groups and more

Whether you are a Pittsburgh LGBTQ+ family or simply want to learn more about your neighbors, there’s something here for you.

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These summer food programs offer free meals for Pittsburgh-area kids and families

These Pittsburgh summer food programs are an option for families who rely on school nutrition programs during the school year.

summer reading

CLP’s Summer Reading Program is here! We’ve got the details.

Summer reading season is here!

summer camp in Pittsburgh

7 questions that can make summer camp in Pittsburgh easier this year

Expert tips about prepping for the first day of summer camp in Pittsburgh.