How Do I Know if I Might Have Coronavirus? 5 Questions Answered
The symptoms include fever, cough and shortness of breath, but the risk of contracting here is low at the moment, a Penn State professor says.
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Free Portraits for Families With Special Needs
A Delaware photographer provides free portraits for families who have children with disabilities through her Portraits with a Purpose program.
How to Organize Your Closet
The New Year is a time for new starts and resolutions. If getting organized at home is in your plans, you’re going to love this simple closet organization hack.
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Reviving a Favorite Book
How we can connect with kids through a good book.
Early Action vs. Early Decision
Which is right for your college-bound senior?
Pennsylvania Boy Named Library of Congress Contest Winner
A Pennsylvania boy was named the Grand Prize winner in the 2018 Library of Congress Summer Writing Contest. Tyler Williams, who entered through Spring City Free Library in Chester County, wrote about the Harry Potter series on the theme of "A…
A Kid-Friendly Brewery is Not Hard To Find
As any parent with young kids knows, going out to eat isn’t always a relaxing experience. Kids get bored and when they start to fidget and whine, some restaurants (and their patrons) are not very accommodating. There is a niche,…
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5 Children’s Books About Historical Women With Philadelphia Ties
Philadelphia is a city steeped in history, which of course includes women’s history. For this Women’s History Month, we’ve selected five children’s books for young readers about impactful women with…
Kids Books About Nature and NYC
These children's books about trees, owls and New York City will change how they see the world (or city) around them.
A Kid-Friendly Brewery is Not Hard To Find
As any parent with young kids knows, going out to eat isn’t always a relaxing experience. Kids get bored and when they start to fidget and whine, some restaurants (and their patrons) are not very accommodating. There is a niche,…
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Editor's Picks for January 2022
Game Night in a Can: Fifth Anniversary Edition This new mix of mini games focuses on creativity and physical skill. Activities include competitively flying paper airplanes, creating ghost stories about the room you’re in, coming up with the “World’s Worst…
Chase Away the Winter Blues with Books
With winter upon us and the daylight hiding, January is the perfect month for indoor family fun. You may be thinking about warmer weather and sunnier skies. Why not dive into some books about summer camp? January is also National…
NAPPA Awards Holiday Gift Guide
The 2021 National Parenting Product Awards (NAPPA) results are in, and we’ve identified the year’s top products for children in the Delaware Valley. Turn to our gift guide for the best toy recommendations for every child on your holiday gift…
Holiday Stories and Tales for the New Year
A new year means a new beginning. Perhaps you’ll make a pledge to read more, be more helpful, be a better friend or eat more healthy foods. The new year is full of hope, promises and happiness. This time of…
Being Grateful for All Good Things
As a children’s librarian, the change in season means sharing new books with my friends. When fall comes around, I begin to think about a new school year, giving thanks for all that I have and my friends and family.…