Promoting early literacy is a year-round endeavor, but September’s designation as National Literacy Month is a great opportunity for educators and caregivers to encourage reading among children.

The Child Mind Institute has put together a series of resources on the importance of promoting good sleep habits for children and includes a discussion on how caregivers are increasingly turning to melatonin to help children who have trouble falling asleep.

Pennsylvania’s PD Registry Designation System will be updated starting Monday, September 14 so that a program’s valid-through date reflects the date when its next annual renewal is due.

Lights On Afterschool will hold its 27th annual nationwide event celebrating after school programs and their role in the lives of children, families, and communities in October.

Starting back at school in the fall can be exciting for children of all ages, but it also be stressful. The Child Mind Institute has compiled some resources on how caregivers can address children’s back-to-school worries.

Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time will accept applications for its 2026-2027 quality campaign cohort through Friday, September 18.

October is a great month to focus on fire safety and to invite local fire departments to visit early childhood education programs, said Dominique Webster-Outten, ELRC Region 5’s health and safety coach.

A new Thriving Kids podcast episode focuses on how to help neurodivergent children to make authentic, lasting friendships.

Parents and caregivers should be aware of several child-related products recalls.