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Kidcast shares silly Halloween costumes and trick-or-treat safety

Here’s how to ensure your kids have a fun and safe Halloween.

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Learn the dangers of e-cigarettes for your teen from this Kidcast episode

E-cigarettes and vaping are more harmful than most teens realize.

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Worried about family finances? This Kidcast report will help

Stretch your food bill with dietician Leslie Bonci’s five recipes for dinner on a budget. They’re quick and easy too!

Girl Scouts aims to give young girls ‘safe, supportive space’

“The all-girl environment really gives them that safe, supportive space where they are free from the social pressures of a co-ed environment.”

Kidsburgh: P.R.I.D.E. Festival helps African-American kids embrace their heritage

“When our children have a better racial identity, they’re better as people, they’re better as students and achievers. They learn better problem-solving techniques and better behavior because they’re rooted in who they are.”

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No sitter? No problem! 6 spots where Pittsburgh moms and babies can work out together

“This is a time for mom to get some self-care. I try to remind them to find stillness and quiet even among the noise.”

KDKA’s Kristine Sorensen launches Kidsburgh’s new Kidcast webcast

We all have to help each other as parents, and Kidcast is one more way to make our lives a little easier.

Jumping Jack Theater welcomes kids to sensory-friendly performances

“Theater can change lives, and it needs to be accessible to everyone.”

10 places that make Pittsburgh history fun for kids

“Our approach is history should be fun. If kids are having fun, they’ll be learning in the process.”

‘Our kids. Our commitment.’ needs your signature to empower the future of Pittsburgh kids

“We all believe that by investing in our kids … we’re investing in the future of our region. We’re providing kids better opportunities. We’re providing a brighter future for the region.”

Carnegie Science Center throws LEGO block party with mind-blowing exhibit

“Imagine if a child learns about art history through LEGO” — Nathan Sawaya

School for kids with high-functioning autism expands to new location

“Hope is what we cling to. Programs like this, schools like this, companies that hire people with autism… it gives you hope for the future.”

The family guide to Three Rivers Arts Festival – from infants to teens

This year’s 10-day festival gives kids lots of fun ways to be creative with hands-on activities, experience interactive performances and be blown away by wild visuals.

Teaching Kids About Money

Only 17 states require high school students to take a course in personal finance, and Pennsylvania is not one of them. That means it’s up to parents. Some local schools […]

Pittsburgh students inspired to take action

“We can’t vote but we can be activists.”

The Children’s Museum XOXO mobile pop-ups helping Pittsburgh to heal

In the aftermath of the Tree of Life shooting, educators and community groups turned to the Children’s Museum for some guidance and curriculum.

Pittsburgh summer camps 2018: 10 arts adventures your kids will love

“Instructors focus on helping children become creative decision makers, take risks and try new tools and processes.”

6 awesome ways for Pittsburgh kids to burn energy with indoor play

Cold weather is no reason to huddle under comforters and gaze at screens. Get everyone out of the house and head to these favorite indoor activities where physical meets fun!

Prom “Night to Shine” for people with special needs

The Tim Tebow Foundation puts on “Night to Shine” — a free prom for people with special needs.

8 Pittsburgh makerspaces that let imaginations run wild

“The maker movement has provided local schools and organizations with a way to re-contextualize some age-old ideas like learning by doing, using our hands and working together on projects.”