MetroKids March 2011

Merion Mercy Science Trio Triumphs

The 9th graders envisioned a new method of earthquake protection for the national ExploraVision competition.

Now You Can Find or Warn about Unsafe Products Before a Recall

At www.SaferProducts.gov, parents can search for or make safety complaints about family products such as cribs, kids’ clothing, bicycles and toys.

MetroKids Kids' Music Reviews and September Cover Win Awards

Sound Off! column and September magazine cover win awards from the Parenting Publications of America.

7 Phila. & Bucks Parish Schools Shut

Seven parish elementary schools in Philadelphia and Bucks County, PA will close at the end of the 2010-2011 school year, the Archdiocese of Philadelphia has announced.

Spring in Your Step

Put your best foot forward in these spring shoes for kids.

Myths and Armchair Adventures

Reviews of children's books on Greek myths, Darwin's voyage and the Silk Road.

Schools Abandon Cursive Writing

Cursive writing is not a required subject in Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania schools, and many districts are dropping it as a subject.

Choices for Early Education & Care

Know your options, do the legwork and trust your judgment when you search for day care that matches your child.

New Dietary Guidelines Deciphered

Here's what the latest federal advice on what to eat says — and really means.

Academic Camps: A Smart Choice

Remember when kids looked forward to a summer free from anything that seemed like school? That has changed for many kids as today’s academic camps put a positive spin on “summer school.” Private schools and local colleges are good places…

Questions To Ask Sports Camps

Kids attend sports camps to improve skills, stay active during the summer and have fun. These questions can help you match a sports camp with your child’s interests and abilities.