News
PA Promise for Children Resource Emphasizes the Importance of Play
PA Promise for Children has put together resources on the importance of play for children’s well-being and brain development.
Pittsburgh Announces New Traffic Safety and Calming Measures Across City
Pittsburgh’s Department of Mobility and Infrastructure has announced new traffic safety and calming measures at multiple locations around the city as part of the Safe Routes to School program.
Webinar to Focus on How Extreme Heat Can Affect Young Children
Harvard University’s Center on the Developing Child will host a webinar on how extreme summer heat can affect young children.
PA Promise for Children Releases List of July Books for Preschoolers
PA Promise for Children has released its list of July books for preschoolers that includes eight books and is broken down into four categories.
Guide Provides Information on Bringing Learner-Centered Practices Into Classrooms
KnowledgeWorks has released a new resource for school districts looking to bring more learner-centered practices into its classrooms using Pennsylvania state education policies.
Kidsburgh Provides Heat Safety Tips for Children This Summer
While summer is a great opportunity to convince children to play outside, caregivers should also keep in mind health and safety tips for spending long periods of time in the sun, especially during a heatwave.
Child Mind Institute Shares Resources on Setting Screen Time Rules for Summer
As summer temperatures heat up, parents will likely want to encourage their children to spend more time outside and hope that they’ll spend less time thinking about screen time.
YWCA’s Action Conversations Aim to Create Change in Pittsburgh Communities
The YWCA Greater Pittsburgh’s Center for Race & Gender Equity will host Action Conversations with local experts and leaders on the third Wednesday of the month. The conversations are designed to build community and create change.
June Recalls on Children’s Products
Below is a list of June recalls from the following federal agencies: the Consumer Product Safety Commission, the Food and Drug Administration, and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.