Civil War and Reconstruction Exhibit Opens at National Constitution Center
It is the Constitution Center's newest permanent exhibit.
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Presidential Trivia Quiz for Kids
Take this six-question presidents' trivia quiz (with answers) for kids and adults.
Kid-Friendly Summer Vacation Tips & Tricks
Mom blogger offers kid–proven secrets to sane summer travel.
Camps Grow Kids' Appreciation of Nature
The right summer camp can spark a love for the outdoors in even the most indoorsy child.
Fort Mifflin on the Delaware
Revolutionary and Civil War soldier programs. MUST-SEE: Spirit of History, a paranormal tour of the fort.
Books on a Famous House, a Powerful President & an Aspiring Candidate
In honor of this election year, we take a look at books about past presidents, a current candidate and the White House.
SUDDEN CARDIAC ARREST
Detection of children's heart defects and rapid response to emergencies can save lives. Lawmakers in PA, NJ and DE have taken action.
Women’s History: Bikes and Spies
Women's history books for tweens and teens focus on the bicycle and heroes of World War II.
Kids' Books: Poetry, Art & History
In January we look forward to better times, but these kids' books also look back, in different ways, at poetry, art and African American history.
There's a Book Club for You!
From the literary scholar to the mystery lover to the casual reader, there’s a place for everyone in the Delaware Valley’s numerous book clubs.
Beyond a Will and Trust, Leave Your Child a Special Needs Care Plan
By assembling this information, parents can give future care providers the knowledge and insight that they may need.
3 Black History Month Biographies
An autobiography of Condoleeza Rice and biographies of Muhammad Ali and Harriet Tubman provide good reading for Black History Month.
Celebrate the Season!
'Tis the season to be merry! Hundreds of local festivities: light displays, Santa sightings, holiday tours & more
Jewish History Museum To Reopen
The National Museum of American Jewish History is set to reopen Nov. 26 in Philadelphia after a $150 million rennovation.
Great Homework Help Websites
These online resources can help your child with a paper, science project and many other types of homework.
State Renaissance Fairs Take Kids Back in Time
Annual renaissance fairs return with kid-friendly merriment.
History Tweet Hits & Misses
Kids' collections of quick facts can be fun and enlightening.
Celebrate Black History
African American history comes to life through traditional stories, jazz concerts, historical re-enactments & more February family fun
Quirky Looks, from Stars to Atoms
Reviews of kids' books that look at history, important firsts, and nearly everything else.
Zanes CD Transforms Show Tunes
Reviews include a stylish recasting of show tunes, rock for preschoolers and zydeco for kids.