How do you feel today? Advice on talking big emotions with little kids
Emotional vocabulary doesn’t just appear. It grows with time, exposure and support.
KDKA report: Progress on reducing youth soccer concussions
A recent study shows that rule changes in youth soccer are helping to reduce concussions.
Pool safety tips for families from the YMCA and “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood”
From a song about water safety to tips from the YMCA, ‘Daniel Tiger’ is helping kids be safer while swimming this summer.
After the graduation walk come critical next steps for young people with disabilities
For students with disabilities, “school” may not end with the senior year, and districts are increasingly offering options beyond the classroom.
Beanstalk HQ combines daycare and coworking space, perfect for remote-working parents
Beanstalk HQ offers safe, supervised play for kids while parents work or relax right nearby.
Here’s how families can use Kennywood’s disability accommodations
We’ve got the details on using the Ride Admission Pass program at Kennywood.
What’s in that cupcake? A pediatrician’s take on red dye & kids’ health
Use of Red Dye No. 3 in food marketed to kids has been controversial for decades. Momentum against it is now growing.
PBS KIDS’ “Carl the Collector” spotlights neurodiverse and neurotypical friends
Five new half-hour episodes of “Carl the Collector,” which premiered nationwide in November, have launched in April – Autistic Acceptance Month — on PBS KIDS.
Expert advice on raising bilingual (or multi-lingual!) kids in Pittsburgh
Looking to raise bilingual kids in Pittsburgh? We’ve got expert advice.
This school district is seeing major benefits to going phone-free
At Sto-Rox, “Teachers are no longer having to ask students to put cell phones away” and more students are learning because of it.
Autism support in Pittsburgh: Where to go, what to ask and much more
If you’re seeing information or support related to autism in the Pittsburgh area, this guide is for you.
National coalition and child experts call on all schools to implement a phone-free policy
Schools across the country are grappling with what to do about cell phones and other devices that are often distracting in classrooms and harming the social and emotional learning of […]
New research shows the lasting impact of “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” on teens who watched as preschoolers
Teens said they remember “Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” as a show that taught them social-emotional and life skills and they still use these strategies today.
Club Hope is a powerful resource for kids who are mourning a loved one
“When you’re that young and you lose someone,” Teddy says, that kind of loss is rarely happening to any other kids around you.
Common Sense Media reading list: Stories of extraordinary women
Inspire your kids during Women’s History Month with titles from this reading list, courtesy of our friends at Common Sense Media.
Common Sense: Great movies for kids that defy gender stereotypes
From epic fiction to compelling documentaries, this list of stories curated by Common Sense Media celebrates incredible girls and boys.
Kindergarten Countdown: Your guide to making the transition smooth and stress-free
Got a child who’s nearing kindergarten age? This guide has you covered.
For teens with disabilities, transition to adulthood varies widely by school
PA state panel aims to improve system that helps teens with IEPs to plan their futures.
Caregiving for elderly relatives isn’t easy. This advice can help you make the most of the experience.
Connecting with grandparents can be a powerful part of family caregiving.
23 summer camps perfect for arts-loving kids in the Pittsburgh area: 2025 edition
Summer 2025 is coming and these arts-related summer camps can make it a great one for creative Pittsburgh kids.