10 ways to prevent summer brain drain in Pittsburgh kids
“Even though they’re resilient, kids still need support.”
Books on race and racism, by age, recommended by Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh
Not certain where to start or how to talk about race? These books will help.
Want to support Black Lives Matter? Here’s where to start in Pittsburgh.
Want to get more proactive about equality? We’ve gathered some terrific resources to get conversations started and ways to take action.
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.
Kids express themselves through free ProjectArt classes around Pittsburgh
“This program really reinforces the library as a vibrant and modern community center.”
My Favorite Pittsburgh Thing To Do With Kids: Christin Thorpe of Ozzie & Me Foundation
“Family time allows us to learn about each other, the world, and establish our family values.”
10 storybooks to ease first-day jitters for kids heading to preschool
Reading about other kids, dinos and llamas who experience the same feelings can help them understand and overcome their fears.
2019 Best Books for Babies deliver brain development (and quality snuggle time)
These top books promote linguistic, cognitive and visual development in babies from birth to 18 months.
300-plus (mostly free) activities spark excitement for kids through Remake Learning Days
RLD connects kids from pre-K through high school with a network of facilities where they can let their imaginations run wild.
50 free activities, plus 6 international theaters! Your guide to the EQT Children’s Festival.
It will probably take four days to get to all the free events and activities.
9 storybooks for little ones who love their binkies and blankies
Giving up pacifiers and security blankets can be an emotional adjustment, but reading stories about others facing the same struggle can help.
Maker kids will love these free crafting classes, thanks to Creativebug and Carnegie Library
“The craft renaissance is here and the library wants Pittsburgh to join.”
Hoping for more sharing and less tussle? These 9 storybooks can help!
Even before little kids move up to kindergarten, they can learn how to show kindness and compassion to others.
10 biographies for kids — and a party! — that explore Black History Month
Stories of real people who’ve made a difference help promote positive racial identity and confidence.
These storybooks help little kids deal with their big emotions
Reading about other kids – and animal characters – experiencing the same kinds of situations and feelings helps kids to recognize and understand what they are going through.
These 9 books for kids honor Adoption Month with comfort and understanding
Sharing these stories is a fine way to begin conversations about a child’s identity.
Kidsburgh Hero: David Shifren and the Pittsburgh Police Chess Club
“Chess slows you down, so you can deliberate more. That slowed-down thinking serves kids well.”
Prevent summer learning loss in kids
School is letting out for kids everywhere, and while summer vacation is fun, summer learning loss is a real problem. One study cited by Brookings Institute found that kids in […]
Teens can learn to code during “a day of mad hackery” at Alice Bootcamp
“The most exciting thing is that Alice is a drag-and-drop interface that allows for programming without many of the barriers that limit people.”
Totally fab: Pittsburgh Drag Queen Storytime promotes diversity, self-expression — and fun
“The most important thing for me is teaching parents that everything I’m doing here, they can do inside their own homes.”