Assistive technology for children with disabilities
It sounds like something from a sci-fi film: a black glove that is able to read and interpret sign language as one’s fingers and...
Unmet demand for Afterschool Programs reaches all-time high
Parents of children enrolled in afterschool programs are happier with their participation than ever before, according to a new study. At the same time,...
Black History Month: History Center offers free virtual programs in February
The Smithsonian-affiliated Senator John Heinz History Center interprets and preserves African American history and culture year-round through a variety of events and exhibitions curated...
Best Books of 2020 for Young Readers
This has been a difficult year for children — especially those living in communities that have been hit hardest by the pandemic and persistent...
How parents can identify and combat persuasive design in digital technology
Do you find yourself mindlessly scrolling through Twitter or Instagram for hours on end? Have you ever attempted to watch one TV episode on...
What are this year’s Best Books for Babies?
This nationally-acclaimed list includes quality books published in 2019 that help parents dip their baby’s toes into experiences that revolve around different animals, colors, shapes and cultures, as...
Fun ways to get your kid interested in the Performing Arts
The performing arts are an important outlet for children. All kids can benefit from the immersive learning experiences found through the arts. Whether your...
Centering, naming, and liberating through Black Creativity
The Black Transformative Arts Network combines a learner-centered approach with Africana knowledge pools, Black history, culture, and arts to transform and transcend status-quo learning...
Homeschool experts recommend camping as virtual learning tool
With virtual schooling and family camping both skyrocketing as the result of COVID-19, Hip Homeschool Moms, a Parents magazine 2020 “Best Homeschooling Resource,” and...
Road trip? Keep little ones entertained
For families with young kids, the desire to get everyone out of the house is at an all-time high. To avoid going stir-crazy, many...
