Learning Resources
Check out these SLB Radio events in January, and don’t miss Youth Media Center Registration Day
From Frosty Flash Fiction to Poetry Cafe and much more, 2026 is full of opportunities for middle-school and high-school students at SLB Radio.
CLP’s Children’s Literacy Summit offered powerful steps to help kids become avid readers
At the summit, organizers shared four clear, actionable steps to support children’s reading journeys.
6 easy ways to get kids excited about reading this year
Pittsburgh author Ally Russell has easy-to-follow advice that can help every kid love reading.
Calling all teens and tweens: Don’t miss these 3 youth voice opportunities from SLB Radio, GASP and City of Asylum
Got tweens and teens in your family who are aspiring journalists, poets, podcasters or other kinds of media-makers? We’ve got details on three great opportunities for youth in the Pittsburgh […]
Q&A: Details on Duo’s Treehouse, Duolingo’s bilingual early learning space in Larimer
Discover Duo’s Treehouse — a free, bilingual play-and-learn program for kids ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers.
The Carnegie Library’s Extravaganza is almost here — and one reader will win a special mystery grand prize
CLP’s annual Summer Reading Program is going on for one more week. Join now and visit for the fun-filled Extravaganza.
Expert advice on fun ways to keep kids learning all summer long
‘Stealth learning’ is a perfect antidote to ‘summer melt’! Details here.
Books and beyond: Screen-free ways to build early literacy at home
The more words, songs and responsive, back-and-forth conversations a child is exposed to, the stronger the foundation for future learning.
CLP’s Best Books for Babies 2025 list is here
Early literacy is so important and reading to your child is the first step.
It’s here! The Remake Learning Days Festival brings 220+ hands-on learning events to SWPA families, May 1-23
Have fun and learn as a family at hundreds of free hands-on learning events during Remake Learning Days.
Earth Day reading ideas for kids, courtesy of the Carnegie Library
Looking for books to celebrate Earth Day? CLP has got you covered with this list.
A developmental disability diagnosis can hit hard — but it isn’t a knockout
The number of people diagnosed with developmental disabilities is rising. Evaluation can bring anxiety and uncertainty — but also help.
Pittsburgh native and author Ally Russell on encouraging young writers and readers
Inspire kids to read and write with this advice from a Pittsburgh-born author.
Children’s Museum has a new schedule for September and beyond: Details here.
Visiting the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh? You’ll want this info.
The most important school supply? A growth mindset.
Have an open mind for any new challenges by adopting a growth mindset. Here’s how.
12 ways to receive (or donate) school supplies in Pittsburgh
Need (or want to donate) school supplies in Pittsburgh? We’ve got the details about collections and giveaways.
Reading Ready Pittsburgh: this local nonprofit offers free books for kids, story times and more
Reading Ready Pittsburgh is helping kids throughout the Pittsburgh region fall in love with reading.
Your kid can get career-ready during Remake Learning Days. Here’s how.
The Career Ready PA Backpack Challenge is here for your kids!
AI in Pittsburgh-area schools: How are districts handling this powerful new tool?
AI has arrived in the Pittsburgh region’s schools. How are teachers approaching it?
ADHD: what to know and where to get diagnosed in the Pittsburgh area
Need help with ADHD in the Pittsburgh area? This advice may be valuable.