ALSC Releases 2024 Summer Reading Lists for Children

The Association for Library Service to Children (ALSC) has released summer reading lists for four age groups that include more than 20 books each and are free to download.

Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeJuly 2, 2024Association for Library Service to Children, summer reading lists for children, Alma and Her Family, Milo Walking, Summer is For Cousins, The Apartment House on Poppy Hill, Harriet Tells the Truth, Mole Is Not Alone, Between Monsters and Marvels, Things in the Basement, The Human Kaboom, The Misfits: A Royal Conundrum, Two Tribes, The Lost Year

PA State Parks to Host Fish-For-Free Day on July 4

Pennsylvania’s state parks will allow families to fish on state waterways without a fishing license on July 4.

Families, NewsNathan DukeJune 26, 2024free fishing in Pittsburgh, fishing in Pittsburgh, Allegheny County parks, Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission, American Sportfishing Association, Borrow a Rod & Reel Fishing Tackle Loaner Program

Resources for July Observances

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

Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeJune 25, 2024July observances, National Parks and Recreation Month, National Make a Difference to Children Month, Independence Day, Islamic New Year, Fourth of July, National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month, International Non-binary People's Day, National Parents' Day, World Drowning Prevention Day, National Disability Independence Day

Afterschool Alliance and NAA Partner for Afterschool Workforce Initiative

The Afterschool Alliance and the National AfterSchool Association (NAA) have announced a strategic partnership aimed at fostering a skilled and stable workforce within the afterschool and summer field to ensure increased access to quality programming for children and youth.

Providers, Families, NewsNathan DukeJune 25, 2024afterschool programming, early childhood education, Afterschool Alliance, National AfterSchool Association

ECELS Warns of Water Bead Dangers for Children

Healthy Child Care Pennsylvania’s Early Childhood Education Linkage System (ECELS) is advising parents and early child care providers about the possible dangers of water beads.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 24, 2024water beads, Consumer Product Safety Commission, dangers of water beads

Free Air Conditioners Available Through Utility Assistance Program

Pennsylvania residents who receive federally funded weatherization assistance could be eligible to get free air conditioners or repairs this summer.

Families, NewsNathan DukeJune 18, 2024free air conditions, free A/C in Pennsylvania, Department of Community and Economic Development, LIHEAP

Report Details the Effects of PA Child Care Crisis on Working Mothers

A new report looks at the economic impact of gaps in Pennsylvania’s child care system on working mothers in the state.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 18, 2024PA child care crisis, Council for a Strong America, Pennsylvania child care system, ReadyNation

Study Analyzes Indoor Air Quality in Child Care Centers

A pilot project published by Women for a Healthy Environment recently investigated the efficiency of Medifyair Air Filter in reducing PM2.5 concentrations in eight child care centers in four areas of Philadelphia.

Families, Providers, NewsNathan DukeJune 18, 2024Medifyair air filter, child care center air quality, air quality, indoor air quality

OCDEL to Kick Off Third Annual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip

The Pennsylvania Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) will kick off its third annual, eight-week virtual Summer Learning and Literacy Road Trip on Monday, June 24.

Families, News, ProvidersNathan DukeJune 12, 2024OCDEL, summer literacy, reading journal, summer reading, Slug in Love, Rachel Bright, PA Early Learning Standards

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