Meet Zuri, the debut baby from Kool Image Dolls, a Pittsburgh-based, woman-owned company

“I never wanted to have a doll that is just a browner-colored replica of a Caucasian doll in the features.”

With $15,000 grant, WQED Steeltown Film Academy develops content for kids, created by kids

Each grant recipient is tasked to collaborate with kids to create public media content for tweens and teens.

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Everything you need to know about the 2022 EQT Children’s Theater Festival, coming this weekend

The biggest and most engaging festival for Pittsburgh kids packs two full days with silliness and family fun.

Book-loving kids, from tots to teens, will find their bliss at the free Pittsburgh Festival of Books

“Reading is an escape for kids. It can take them on an adventure.”

10 can’t-miss events in May for Pittsburgh kids

There are so many cool events in May for Pittsburgh kids. Check out our list.

Don't miss these 9 sensory-friendly programs for kids in Pittsburgh

Don’t miss these 8 sensory-friendly programs for kids in Pittsburgh

With April designated as Autism Awareness Month, we applaud these groups who welcome all with special programming.

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Think green! 11 groups connect Pittsburgh with Earth Day events throughout April

So many cool Earth Day events are happening in Western PA this year!

10 best April events for kids in Pittsburgh, from ‘Pete the Cat’ to a submarine escape room

April programming is overflowing with family-focused events for all ages, from tiny tykes to sophisticated teens.

"The Football Girl"

10-year-old writer flips peer pressure to girl power in her book, ‘The Football Girl’

Check out “The Football Girl,” a new book by elementary schooler Malajsha Mollett.

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Tropical escapes without the airfare: Check out these 6 waterpark resorts near Pittsburgh

Looking for waterpark resorts near Pittsburgh? Check out this list.

26 egg-citing spring activities for kids in Pittsburgh, including great free events

Celebrate spring with nature outings, hands-on projects and lots of Easter-themed events.

Register today: Empower Her helps transform today’s Pittsburgh girls into tomorrow’s leaders

The event also covers health and wellness, healthy relationships and body positivity.

WQED

WQED’s ‘dynamic duo’ wins national award and a $15,000 boost for early childhood education in Pittsburgh

WQED’s honor includes $15,000 from Sesame Workshop to support early childhood work in Pittsburgh.

Hosanna House launches kids into high-flying careers with new Center for Aviation Technology and Training

Along with flight simulation on airplanes, helicopters and drones in the training lab, an outdoor play space opens this summer with a rocket ship, a real airplane and a drone landing pad.

Pennsylvania Education Innovation Awards

All three 2021 Pennsylvania Education Innovation Awards go to our regional schools

Each year, PSBA recognizes pioneering leadership in public schools. This year, the statewide awards all went to schools in our region!

10 best March events for kids in Pittsburgh, from ‘Disney on Ice’ to St. Patrick’s Day

Check out this lineup of great March events for kids in Pittsburgh.

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8 Pittsburgh museum cafés well worth a visit

A stop at the cafés rivals a trip through the gift shop any day!

9 immersive career programs in Pittsburgh where kids can experience jobs firsthand

These programs connect kids to professions from engineering and veterinary medicine to scientific research and teaching.

It’s syrup season: 9 sweet maple syrup events happening in and around Western PA

It’s maple syrup season in and around Pittsburgh. Check out these maple syrup events!

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10 can’t-miss February events for kids in Pittsburgh

If cabin fever is setting in, there are plenty of excuses to get out of the house to learn something new or just have fun.