Nearly Half of Eligible Pennsylvania Children Do Not Have Access to Pre-K

A total of 145,010 Pennsylvania children, ages three and four, are eligible for high-quality pre-kindergarten.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeMay 13, 2024Pre-K counts, high-quality pre-kindergarten, Pennsylvania state budget, Teacher shortage

Carnegie Library Names 12 Best Books for Babies for 2024

The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has named its 12 Best Books for Babies for 2024.

Providers, News, FamiliesNathan DukeMay 13, 2024carnegie library of pittsburgh, best books for babies, Look It's a Moo Moo Cow, Look It's a Hoot Hoot Owl, babies and bunnies book, good night little fish, leo on a hike

Department of Human Services Debuts Summer Child Nutrition Program

A new, permanent federal child nutrition program known as SUN Bucks aims to keep children fed during the summer months when they are not in school.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeMay 7, 2024SNAP, TANF, SUN Bucks, Summer EBT, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Child nutrition

Seeking Input on Recess and Play for Advocacy Toolkit

Trying Together and Playful Pittsburgh are seeking input on recess and play for the creation of an advocacy toolkit on the topics.

Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeMay 7, 2024Recess, Play, Trying Together, Playful Pittsburgh

RAD Pass’ Summer Staycation to Offer Free Admissions to Area Attractions

The RAD Pass’ Summer Staycation will offer free admission opportunities to numerous area attractions this summer.

Families, NewsNathan DukeMay 6, 2024RAD Pass, RAD Summer Staycation, Andy Warhol Museum, Carnegie Museum of Art, Carnegie Science Center, Frick Pittsburgh, Heinz History Center, Mattress Factory, National Aviary, Phipps Conservatory, Pittsburgh Botanic Garden, Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium

April 2024 Recalls on Children’s Products

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

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeApril 30, 2024Children's product recalls, April recalls, Consumer Product Safety Commission, Food and Drug Administration, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Resources for May Observances

Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeApril 30, 2024May observances, Mental Health Awareness Month, National Foster Care Month, Children's Book Week, Asian American and Pacific Islander Month, Jewish American Heritage Month, National Teacher Appreciation Week, National Children's Mental Health Awareness Day, National Child Care Provider Appreciation Day, Mother's Day, World Hunger day

Trying Together Exec Director Touts Importance of Child Care Access on Our Region’s Business

Trying Together Executive Director Cara Ciminillo was featured on WPXI’s Our Region’s Business segment on Sunday, April 28.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeApril 29, 2024Cara Ciminillo, WPXI, Our Region's Business, Access to child care, Affordable child care, Sara Innamorato

Remake Learning Days to Offer Hundreds of Events in May

The Remake Learning Days Festival will offer more than 350 events - including Playful Pittsburgh’s Ultimate Play Day - in May.

News, Families, ProvidersNathan DukeApril 29, 2024Remake Learning Days, Leonardo! A Wonderful Show About a Terrible Monster, Playful Pittsburgh, Trying together, Ultimate Play Day

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