Getting Our Bearings on the Philadelphia Zoo’s New Bear Exhibit
After a notable absence, bears have finally returned to the Philadelphia Zoo. The zoo's latest facility, Francis J. Carey Bear Country, opened to the...
June & July: 7 Things for Families To Know in the Delaware Valley
Summer break is almost here, and there's a lot to look forward to in the Philly area, including Juneteenth, the World Cup and Disability...
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...
Mom’s the Word: Destinations Around Philly With Mom in the Name
It’s no surprise that the names of many good things feature the word mother. From the world around us, consider Mother Nature, Mother Earth,...
Poll: Where Do You Like To Grocery Shop in the Philly Area?
Philadelphia metro families, we have a new feature on metrokids.com! Go to our polling page, metrokids.com/poll to answer a question each month about parenting,...
Philadelphia MetroKids Wins at Parenting Media Association Awards in 2025
Philadelphia MetroKids won a bronze award at the 2025 Parenting Media Association Awards, which honors achievements in parenting journalism across the United States.
These awards,...
Summer Favorites: A Simple Potato Salad for Cookouts
Ideal for neighborhood cookouts, quick family dinners and anything in between, potato salad is a tried-and-true summer favorite. This version from Cookin’ Savvy comes...
St. Patrick’s Day, Holi and Jazz: Fun in the Delaware Valley March 15-16
Your kids might be going stir crazy after a winter inside. Give them some music and holiday fun in the Delaware Valley, and they'll...
University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, School District of Philadelphia to Launch College-and-Career-Readiness...
By Jillian Diamond
In partnership with the School District of Philadelphia, the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education (GSE) recently announced The Academy at...
How to Reduce Your Energy Spending This Winter
Every year families spend big on heating and cooling their homes – but with small changes, families may be able to reduce their yearly...
