My Turn: Health Benefits of Volunteering for Kids and Teens
Volunteering is a valuable experience that most people believe is beneficial for society. It’s never too early to encourage your children to start volunteering...
MetroKids Wins Two Parenting Media Association Awards
Mid-Atlantic Media publication MetroKids won two awards in the Parenting Media Association Design and Editorial Awards Program.
The awards recognize excellence in family publications across...
Acetaminophen During Pregnancy Linked to Risk of ADHD, Autism
A new study follows others that suggest a link between the pain- and fever-reducer, best known at Tylenol, and ADHD and autism. But more research is needed, the study's author says.
FDR Family-Oriented Projects Unveiled
New projects at FDR Park, the South Philadelphia destination, were unveiled earlier this month. The park will be getting a welcome center and, especially...
Mid-Atlantic Media acquires MetroKids magazine
Mid-Atlantic Media, LLC announced Feb. 8, 2021 that it has expanded its media holdings with the acquisition of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, MetroKids publication.
MetroKids, a...
Pennsylvania Cancels Standardized Tests
Get the latest on how coronavirus is impacting education in Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware schools
Coronavirus Mild in Most Children, but Infants, Younger Ones More at Risk
A study released Monday showed children in China had less serious symptoms, but infants were hit harder.
Philadelphia Area Events Canceled Due to Coronavirus
Community events were canceled and family-friendly venues shutdown even before the CDC recommending postponing all gatherings of 50 or more people for two months.
Emotional support animals can endanger the public and make life harder for people like...
There is a proposal to keep Emotional Support Animals off of airplanes. Service dogs would still be allowed.
Leap Year Quiz for Kids
Fun facts for children about leap years and Feb. 29th.