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9 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week, from a baby sea lion to a water park
Ready for a road trip that lands your family safe at home by the end of the day? We have some great ideas!
As learning innovation grows, a fresh approach to ‘summer melt’ emerges in Pittsburgh
Over summer break, kids may lose up to 25 percent of what they learned during the school year.
The power to connect — and separate — with technology
Teachers and parents are finding the best ways to use digital technology for effective learning, real communication and meaningful assessment.
A parent’s ultimate guide to YouTube Kids
Is YouTube Kids really safe for kids? Learn more about this kid-targeted, but sometimes iffy, YouTube-lite app.
8 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week, from free fishing to $1 movies
It does the heart good to see more and more summer staples returning to the calendar.
JAM clubs, Fab Labs and more: How innovative programs are teaching the skills every child needs
These innovative learning organizations are teaching kids practical and social emotional skills for life.
10 ways to prevent summer brain drain in Pittsburgh kids
“Even though they’re resilient, kids still need support.”
8 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from real-life kayaking to a virtual dance party
As Pittsburgh slowly opens up, we’re excited by the recreational alternatives launching in new, safe ways.
8 things to do with kids in Pittsburgh this week, from BioBlitz to a re-imagined Three Rivers Arts Festival
Take a river cruise, sip an ice ball or learn more about the creatures in your backyard.
10 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh from a zoo drive-thru to playhouse construction
These options will entertain every kind of kid.
9 things to do with kids this week in Pittsburgh, from Steelers fun to swimming lessons without a pool
This week is full of challenges, inspiration and creative ways to move outside (safely).
10 things to do with kids (at home) this week in Pittsburgh, from exploring bugs to the re-imagined Children’s Festival
Kids can get physical, exercise their intellect, or be downright silly this week.
Kidsburgh heroes: 5 heartfelt projects driven by Pittsburgh kids
“Just about all of us are home right now with our families, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t collaborate and make a positive difference together.”
Get crafty with these homemade Mother’s Day card ideas
Show your gratitude to a special person by making one of these #MakerMonday cards.
15 more hands-on activities for kids in Pittsburgh
Make butter in a jar, hum a kazoo or microwave marshmallow play dough.
10 Pittsburgh art studios that offer craft kits for pickup or delivery
Now you can transform your living room into an art studio.
9 things to do with kids (at home) this week in Pittsburgh, from a dance party to a magic show
Groove to the music, get your baseball fix and enjoy the best rainy day ever.
7 things to do with kids (at home) this week in Pittsburgh, from meeting Dumbledore to junk mail inspiration
You’ll have as much fun as your kids dipping into these projects.
8 things to do this week with kids (at home) in Pittsburgh, from spin art to hockey drills
Discover your inner rebel, jump into STEM or make time for music.
6 cool things to do (at home) with kids in Pittsburgh this week
How about a dinosaur dinner party, a barnyard ballet and a leopard cub cuteness cure?