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Foster Love Project outgrows its space as it expands outreach programs

“The goal is giving a child a dignified experience and making them feel loved.”

Sponsored Content Pittsburgh Youth Chorus presents an exciting new season of singing lessons for kids

Exciting new changes are ahead this season for kids who love to sing.

How to explain difficult and disturbing news to your kids

Dramatic, disturbing news events can leave parents speechless. These age-based tips on how to talk to kids about the news — and listen, too — can help. 

You’re invited: Join us for the Great Learning Conversations!

We want to hear from parents and caregivers on what they feel is the purpose of a child’s K-12 journey. How can schools partner with families to make it the best it can be?

Don’t miss your baby’s free $100 for education funding from the Pennsylvania Treasury

In addition to the gift of money, it’s a great teaching tool for kids to learn about saving.

9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from Disney on Ice to a free Star Party

Fresh air outings and a big arena event make the lineup of family events this week.

Vote now to send 4 groundbreaking, Pittsburgh-born ideas to the country’s coolest education festival

SXSW EDU is considering four Pittsburgh-based proposals, from imagining out-of-this-world ideas for education to the lessons today’s parents can learn from Fred Rogers. Vote now for the ones that inspire you!

How entrepreneur teens can apply for a rebooted Youth Maker Scholarship from Handmade Arcade

“The most important thing is having the interaction with people who come to Handmade Arcade — it’s a priceless experience.”

Explore Pittsburgh parks and trails with the new interactive Citiparks website

Now, we’re able to provide the people of Pittsburgh with a place to learn about their parks like never before.”

Watch for ‘Alma’s Way,’ a new show from Fred Rogers Productions and a ‘Sesame Street’ alum

In each episode, there’s a “think through” moment, where Alma figures out an answer to a problem like why her brother is mad.

9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from MessFest to Picklesburgh

Such a mixed bag of events and venues are on tap this week!

Pitt report: K-12 schools need to change for success in a post-pandemic world

The report noted that inequities in the delivery of education across and within districts were exacerbated by inflexible policies at the state and local levels.

How to set parental controls on the Xbox One

Use these settings to help make gaming safer for kids. 

Pittsburgh mom creates VolunTOTS to help little kids volunteer

“VolunTOTS took on a life of its own that I had never anticipated, but it’s really exciting.”

9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, including giant lanterns, free ice cream and a puppet party

We love a complete balanced diet of fun that blends learning and excitement in a combination of indoor and outdoor entertainment.

15 ways to donate (or receive) essential back-to-school supplies in Pittsburgh

When kids are equipped with the learning tools they need, they participate more in class and have more academic success.

Reimagination project acts as a launchpad for Pittsburgh teen musicians

“When I walked out of the studio, I thought to myself: This is exactly what I want to continue doing.”

9 things to do this week with kids in Pittsburgh, from LEGO building to parades

The week is packed with fun and exciting stuff your kids will love.

Check out the winners of the 2021 PBS Kids Writers Contest

These stories, written and illustrated by kids, are worthy of acclaim for their storytelling skills, charming drawings and imaginative ideas.

Find free fun in the techPLAYground Pop-up at SouthSide Works

“TechPLAYground represents the first interactive exhibit pop-up to come out of MuseumLab.”

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