News
Schenley Park Skating Rinks Opens for Season on November 22
Schenley Park Skating Rink will open for the season, operating seven days a week, starting on Saturday, November 22.
PA Head Start Report Finds Children Experiencing Homelessness on the Rise
The Pennsylvania Head Start Collaboration Office has released a new report that found a 4% increase in homelessness for children from birth through kindergarten over a period of a year.
Messy Play Helps Children with Creativity and Facing Challenges
Children stomping into the house covered in mud or dirt stains may not be ideal for caregivers - but an article by The Genius of Play argues that messy play is beneficial for young people.
Child Mind Institute Shares Resources on Behavioral Issues for Children with Autism
Children on the autism spectrum often struggle with behavioral issues that can present challenges for them at school and with their families and be difficult for caregivers to manage.
PA Dept. of Health Announces Infant Botulism Outbreak Linked to Formula
The Pennsylvania Department of Health has issued a health alert network announcement regarding an infant botulism outbreak that is linked to infant formula.
Toy Drives Ramp Up in Pittsburgh Region for Holiday Season
As the holiday season nears, toy drives in southwestern Pennsylvania are ramping up to provide families in need of help with toys and gift cards.
PA One Book Initiative Names Its 2026 Selection
The Pennsylvania One Book initiative has announced that its 2026 PA One Book selection is “The Great Cookie Kerfuffle.”
PA Promise for Children November Booklist Includes 8 Selections for Children
PA Promise for Children has released a list of eight books for children in November in its Kindergarten Here I Come newsletter.
PennAEYC Calling for 2026 VOICE for Children Award Nominations
PennAEYC is calling for nominations for the 2026 VOICE for Children Award, which is the only statewide award in Pennsylvania that recognizes the grassroots leaders whose work affects the quality of care for young children in diverse settings.