Learning Resources

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.
Local teens are watching open-heart surgery, and some are discovering their future career
For 15 years, this unique program has allowed thousands of teens to watch open-heart surgery.
Math4Girls and KFIVE: Meet the local high schoolers offering free tutoring and learning support to younger students
Teen girls in the Pittsburgh area are finding powerful ways to help younger students with learning.
Play takes center stage in Pittsburgh through workshops, grant funding and community-wide playful learning
Pittsburgh is getting serious about playful learning. Here’s how.
Back-to-school guide: 5 great ways to get kids ready for learning this year
Take these easy steps to help your child get ready for a great school year.
15 ways to receive (or donate) essential back-to-school supplies in Pittsburgh
Need to receive free school supplies in Pittsburgh or want to donate some? Here is your guide.
Thoughts from Mo Willems on sparking Pittsburgh kids’ creativity this summer
Illustrator Mo Willems shares ideas every parent can use.
CLP’s Summer Reading Program is here! We’ve got the details.
Summer reading season is here!
How to encourage kids to use their imaginations: The magic of ‘What if?’
This easy parenting idea helps kids play by way of their incredible imaginations.