As children transition from pre-k to kindergarten this fall, caregivers should approach the milestone with an excited and curious mindset. But they should also emphasize practicing the skills needed for the transition, rather than prioritizing academic abilities.

Dissociation can sound like a scary word when applied to young people but, according to a new series of resources from the Child Mind Institute, it can cover a variety of behaviors, many of which aren’t great causes for concern.

Kidsburgh has released a list of 19 parks and playgrounds that a Pittsburgh-area group of mothers cited as being the region’s best.

Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning’s (OCDEL) Bureau of Certification has shared some new resources on how to avoid ticks and remove them from children.

The deadline to apply for Pennsylvania’s SUN Bucks (Summer EBT) program is Monday, August 31.

Reading Ready Pittsburgh is looking to expand participation in Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library (DPIL), a book-gifting program that mails free, high-quality books to children from birth to age 5, in the region.

Caregivers of Allegheny County children who start school later this month can take part in several upcoming back-to-school events that include backpack giveaways and fun activities.

Mayor Corey O’Connor has announced that the Civic Leadership Academy, a free 10-week course for local residents to learn more about city government, will return.

A team of fellows from Learning Sciences Exchange (LSX) has designed new tools to strengthen communication and relationships between families and an Allegheny County school.