A parent’s guide to watching the Olympics with kids — and learning along the way
watching the Olympics with kids
Parents as Allies: Designing for family engagement, globally and locally
“Without the parents on this team, we wouldn’t be able to truly make a difference in what parent engagement will look like.”
Eye to Eye pairs middle schoolers with college-age mentors who have similar learning disabilities
“You can be successful, and you can succeed, even having a learning difference or learning disability.”
Op Ed: Empathizing it out in trying times
“We need somebody in our corner, a support person, a person we can trust to be there through it all.”
Check out this list of books that teach kids empathy
In search of books that teach kids empathy? We’ve got a great list right here.
KDKA: Parents as Allies continues building empathy and connection in local communities
The Parents as Allies research project is encouraging and funding new ideas for real engagement between parents and schools.
If children are talking about death, how can parents best support them?
The pandemic and other worries may have children bringing up this difficult subject. Here’s expert advice on how you might respond.
How you can help kids navigate viral social media stunts
Our partners at Common Sense Media have good advice for parents about dealing with viral social media stunts.
KDKA on the serious childcare challenges in the Pittsburgh region
Concerned about the childcare crisis in Pittsburgh? Here’s how you can help, plus a tool for finding childcare if you’re seeking it.
What is mindfulness? This easy guide can help families throughout the year.
How can families practice mindfulness? This quick guide explains.
5 ways to help newly adopted children during the holidays
Expert advice on how you can best support newly adopted children as they experience the holiday season.
Local mother wants to help other parents deal with bullying at school
If children are experiencing bullying at school, one tool for solving the situation is creating a “no contact agreement.” Details here.
10 great places where families can volunteer in Pittsburgh
Where can families volunteer together in Pittsburgh? Check out our guide!
Volunteering at school can make a big difference in your child’s education. Here’s how.
Great ideas for volunteering at schools in the Pittsburgh area — and why it can help your kids succeed!
Guest Editor Leah Lizarondo on the ‘super-happy process’ of helping other Pittsburghers
Inspiring thoughts from 412 Food Rescue’s co-founder and CEO Leah Lizarondo, this month’s Kidsburgh Guest Editor!
Practical tips for easing kids’ social media anxiety
Our friends at Common Sense Media share great advice for helping kids handle social media anxiety.
How better sleep can bring better mental health for Pittsburgh’s kids and parents
Advice from Pitt’s Sleep Center that can help the whole family feel happier and healthier.
6 ways your food choices can lower stress and support mental health
There are no magic foods for boosting your mood. But these ideas can help lower stress and support good mental health.
Guest editor Julius Boatwright on community mental health and how we can help young people be well
Expert advice on helping your children — and yourself — be mentally healthy and well.
Kindness in the Neighborhood: Educators around the world are bringing Mister Rogers’ wisdom into their daily work
Educators’ Neighborhood, an initiative at the Fred Rogers Center, helps educators around the world bring Fred Rogers’ messages into their teaching.