These social media apps are stirring up trouble in schools

Helping your kid learn to use social media responsibly is the most effective way to help them stay safe online.

Let it glow: Pittsburgh’s best holiday light displays

We can just imagine the looks on kids’ faces when they see these amazing holiday light extravaganzas.

High-tech gifts with a retro feel

Common Sense Media’s “2017 Holiday Gift Guide” features nostalgia gifts for digital kids.  

Handmade for the holidays: A Pittsburgh guide to kid-friendly, crafty gifts

“Many of our ideas are pulled from childhood memories, which is why our work appeals to children and the young at heart.”

Typical teen times six: Catching up with the Perry sextuplets 14 years later

“It’s craziness. It’s fun. I wouldn’t change it.”

Turnpike plaza mosaic created by Pittsburgh kids

“I gave them an overview of mosaics and how some are thousands of years old.”

Grow Pittsburgh: Kids bringing food from ‘garden to table’

“One of the ways you can feed people is helping them learn to cook for themselves.”

FREE! RADical Days welcomes Pittsburgh kids with open doors

“Last year, 60,000 people came out for RADical Days. We’re hoping for even more this year.”

Rethink high school with XQ Super School

“Career Tech Charter High School graudates will graduate with a high school diploma in one hand and a career credential in another hand.”

9 ways for kids to make a splash on Pittsburgh waterways

There’s such a wealth of nature-inspired action on Pittsburgh’s three rivers and beyond.

Impressive Homewood-Brushton YMCA renovations guided by creative youth

the Homewood-Brushton YMCA renovations include a state-of-the-art recording studio, photography and videography skills areas, large performance space, flex conference room and café.

Variety the Children’s Charity gives a voice to Pittsburgh kids who can’t speak

Through advances in technology, some kids are getting a voice for the first time, and it’s all thanks to the generosity of Variety the Children’s Charity.

11 Pittsburgh playgrounds that kids—and parents—love

“Play is really the work of childhood.”

Summer safety: Swimming lessons to prevent drowning

“Even if they are in a life jacket, you need to keep your eyes on these kids. It takes a split second for something to go wrong.”

7 pick-your-own farms where Pittsburgh kids can harvest fruit and fun

These local farms offer an entire season of pick-your-own fruit, from berries to apples to pumpkins.

Virtual Reality in the Classroom

Virtual reality really hit the consumer market about a year ago, and for the first time, it’s at a price point that schools can afford. The Allegheny Intermediate Unit has […]

Unique Children’s Museum Gift For Father’s Day

Father’s Day is coming up and if you’re looking for a really special gift, Kidsburgh has an idea. It’s something that’s sure to get dad both laughing and crying. It’s […]

7 ways for Pittsburgh kids to see free or really cheap movies this summer

“People really make a night out of it. Some kids come dressed in their pajamas and bring their pillows, just in case they can’t keep their eyes open for the whole movie.”

Local Students Spread Jewelry Love

Some local high school students are learning more in their jewelry class than just how to make necklaces, rings and bracelets.  They’re learning life lessons and having an impact on […]

“Gift of Art” to Pittsburgh Public Schools

You only have a few weeks left to see an exhibit at the Heinz History Center that’s been in the making for 100 years.  The impressive collection of art from […]