Dance: Art or Sport?

For decades, dance has sparked debate: Is it primarily an art form or should it be recognized as a sport? Could it be both art and pure athleticism? Across Philadelphia, youth dance programs challenge the notion that it must...

Dance: Art or Sport?

For decades, dance has sparked debate: Is it primarily an art form or should it be recognized as a sport? Could it be both...

Family Fun Events in the Delaware Valley: April 24-26

Don't have anything planned for the weekend? Check out these family-friendly events in the Delaware Valley, including a wildflower festival and a fairy house...

Kids’ Party Venues With the Best Food

Planning a birthday party for your child can be stressful at times, especially if you have to coordinate catering and party food on top...

A Head Start on Summer Fun

If your child’s already thinking about summer camp, it might be time to start looking into early registration. Some camps accept applications as early...

Growing, Nurturing, Leading: Camp Directors Reflect On Their Own Summer Camp Experiences

Many of the directors of our favorite summer camps in the Delaware Valley region were once campers themselves. Some of them even attended the...

Parent You Should Know … Mara O’Rourke

West Chester resident Mara O’Rourke is a labor and delivery nurse who makes it a priority to make time for intentional fun and live...

3 Things Families in the Delaware Valley Should Know in April

Here's what you shouldn't miss this spring in the Philly area, from the best family-friendly baseball promo days to lots of fun to be...

Do’s and Don’ts: What to Say to Your Young Athlete

Participating in youth sports can be incredibly beneficial for kids, but when parents place a lot of pressure on their young athletes, they can...

Dance: Art or Sport?

For decades, dance has sparked debate: Is it primarily an art form or should it be recognized as a sport? Could it be both...

Helping Kids Develop Media Literacy

Whether it’s books, movies or cartoons, the art that children engage with helps them to develop media literacy — the ability to think critically...

Magnet Schools for the Arts

Arts are often not a core part of curriculum the way that subjects like math and science are, so some students opt for magnet...

Do’s and Don’ts: What to Say to Your Young Athlete

Participating in youth sports can be incredibly beneficial for kids, but when parents place a lot of pressure on their young athletes, they can...

Education Resources for Youth with Disabilities

Know your rights, and ensure your child receives the support they need in the classroom. These Pennsylvania statewide and local resources make navigating special...

Brushing Up on Dental Care for All Ages

Encouraging your kids to adapt good tooth-brushing habits at a young age can help them keep their teeth healthy for life. Parents may not know...

Safety First: Child Safety Resources in Pennsylvania

Raising a child can be one safety scare after another. Here are some local and regional resources to help give parents, babysitters and family...

Brushing Up on Dental Care for All Ages

Encouraging your kids to adapt good tooth-brushing habits at a young age can help them keep their teeth healthy for life. Parents may not know...

How Do You Know If Your Child Needs Speech Therapy?

For new parents, watching as your child starts to talk is a one-of-a-kind experience. But for children with speech disorders, the road to communication...