The importance of risk in children’s play

Are our playgrounds too safe? Do our kids need more opportunities to take risks? Kathleen Costanza explores these questions in this Remake Learning feature.

Cool teen role models teaching STEM skills. Meet the Tech Warriors.

Giordan Dixon of Highland Park is the first among a brigade of teens who will tutor elementary students to boost scientific literacy.

The working parent’s guide to unique caregiver-and-me classes in Pittsburgh

Looking for an opportunity to take “Caregiver and Me” classes with your kids in Pittsburgh outside the weekday-only schedule? Look no further than this round-up of classes for the working family!

East Liberty Lutheran Church offers drop-in child care for Pittsburgh families

East Liberty Lutheran Church’s Mommy’s Day Out offers affordable drop-in child care with an educational twist for Pittsburgh parents who just need a break.

Healthy Together reaches uninsured Pittsburgh youth

Healthy Together is an enrollment campaign working to get all children in Allegheny County covered by affordable health insurance.

The UPMC-Highmark split and how it will affect Pittsburgh families

As of January 1, Highmark and UPMC will sever ties–but what does that mean specifically in terms of pediatric care, emergency department use and obstetrical care? We clarify some of parents’ most frequently asked questions.

Volunteers rally to overcome critical toy shortage for Pittsburgh kids

Volunteers citywide are rallying to bring Christmas presents to Pittsburgh children in need. Join the #PghSavesXmas Emergency Toy Drive to do your part!

Fox Chapel School District’s Mairi Cooper named PA Teacher of the Year

Mairi Cooper, chairperson of Fox Chapel Area High School’s Music Department, was recently awarded the 2015 PA Teacher of the Year award.

Making Pittsburgh Playful

The Playful Pittsburgh Collaborative is working to educate decision makers on the critical importance of play and turn parents, city officials and even business owners into play advocates.

Heinz Endowments kicks in $9 million for early childhood education

Heinz Endowments pledges $9 million to the Invest in US initiative, which will support efforts to spur early education.

New Hazelwood Early Learning Hub invites Pittsburgh families to “Come Play!”

The new Hazelwood Early Learning Hub offers a free play space where young children and their caregivers can read, play and find supportive services.

Top 10 winter break adventures for Pittsburgh families

From life-sized Candyland to penguin camps to downhill skiing, there is so much to do during winter break in Pittsburgh!

Ring in 2015 with family fun at Highmark First Night Pittsburgh

From fireworks to a puppet parade to dozens of kid-friendly activities and shows, Highmark First Night Pittsburgh 2015 is going to be a blast for local families!

Top 10 indoor play spaces for the active, adventurous Pittsburgh family

From climbing walls to trampoline parks to ice skating rinks, here are 10 Pittsburgh indoor play spaces that will keep your family active all year long!

Kidsburgh Hero: Rachel Makary and Volunteer Princesses

Rachel Makary is the founder of Volunteer Princesses–a Pittsburgh organization bringing costumed characters to hospitals, shelters, community events and birthday parties for FREE!

Top 10 holiday hotspots for Pittsburgh families

Our Kidsburgh holiday guide offers many festive ideas for families, from the traditional—ice skating at PPG Place and the spectacular winter flower show at Phipps–to some surprises.

Holiday Kidsplay, a new seasonal tradition in Downtown Pittsburgh

This year, the Pittsburgh Downtown Partnership will host Holiday Kidsplay, a new program offering free, interactive children’s activities in the Cultural District on weekend afternoons.

Pittsburgh mom helps foster children in transition through Foster Love Project

Local foster mother Kelly Hughes is inspiring Pittsburghers citywide to participate in her Foster Love Project this holiday season.

Pittsburgh Yoga Collective brings om to city’s most vulnerable children

The new Pgh Yoga Collective hopes to offer a free 10-week yoga program for underserved, traumatized or medically ill children in Pittsburgh.

Teaching Digital Citizenship

Navigating the internet in a safe way can be challenging–especially for kids. Luckily, there’s an evolving field of digital citizenship in Pittsburgh to help.

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