Eagles' Alshon Jeffery gets touching letter from second-grader after Saints...
Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery, who dropped a crucial pass in the team's playoff loss to the Saints, got a letter from a second grade student reminding him that he's a talented and...
View ArticleEagles' Alshon Jeffery surprises second grader who wrote him supportive letter
A second-grader wrote Alshon Jeffery a letter telling him it's okay that the Eagles lost. It was great, so Jeffery decided to say thanks... in person.
View ArticleFurther research suggests screen time affects children's brain development
Too much time in front of a TV or computer can have negative effects on children's development, including issues with memory, attention and language skills, researcher say.
View ArticleFrontier Airlines is now letting kids, young teens fly for free with their...
Frontier Airlines is now enabling kids ages 14 and younger fly for free with their families.
View ArticleHarm or hoax? What parents need to know about the viral 'Momo Challenge' and...
What to know about the disturbing trend that targets children, dubbed the “Momo Challenge,” which is said to manipulate kids to harm themselves and others.
View ArticleSocial media influencers may have the ability to sway kids' eating choices
Children who see social media influencers promote unhealthy food are more likely to adopt poor diets themselves, a new study suggests.
View Article5 funny-but-true parenting tips from (part-time Delco resident) Wanda Sykes
Celebrate the Media resident's birthday with some of her best, brightest and funniest parenting tips.
View ArticleStock your freezer with these healthier chicken nugget brands
The Huffington Post asked nutritionists for their top healthy frozen chicken nugget suggestions.
View ArticlePhiladelphia Zoo to debut WildWorks zipline and ropes course
Guests at the Philadelphia Zoo will soon have a chance to simulate the aerial life of our primate ancestors.
View ArticlePHOTOS: Philadelphia Zoo's WildWorks ropes course
PHOTOS: Philadelphia Zoo's WildWorks ropes course
View ArticleRepetition is key to establishing healthy eating habits among children
Getting children on board with eating healthy foods is a matter of repetition and persistence, according to new research published by Philadelphia-based Elsevier.
View ArticleEagles' Jason Kelce, wife announce they're expecting first child
Philadelphia will soon be home to the greatest sports baby of all time.
View ArticleFlyers mascot Gritty plans public appearance in Ocean City
Philadelphia Flyers mascot will be in Ocean City, New Jersey for a public event on Wednesday, July 10, 2019.
View ArticleWinning mealtime: How to nourish your children and stop catering to picky eaters
Worried your baby is going to hate veggies? Feeling frustrated about your picky eater? Does mealtime feel like a battle with your kids? The good news is that there are ways to prevent or correct picky...
View ArticlePhilly mom warns parents against dangers of rare-earth magnets
Rare-earth magnets are up to 10 times more powerful than standard magnets. When swallowed, the popular beads can wreak havoc on the intestines, requiring emergency surgery. Though they were banned in...
View ArticleSesame Place plans new ride, eatery for 40th anniversary season
As Sesame Place prepares to celebrate its 40th anniversary season, guests can look forward to a new ride, eatery and play station at the Bucks County theme park.
View ArticleSheetz launches free meal program for kids during coronavirus pandemic
Sheetz's Kidz Meal Bagz, available at participating stores in six states, will include a turkey sandwich, a bag of chips and a drink. The Pennsylvania-based company will initially run the program for...
View ArticleDolly Parton reads bedtime stories to your kids during the coronavirus pandemic
Dolly Parton will read bedtime stories in the new YouTube series, 'Goodnight with Dolly.' The 10-week series features different new children's book each week. The series premiered on Thursday with...
View ArticlePhiladelphia Zoo launches interactive online learning program for kids
The Philadelphia Zoo's new online learning program, "Philly Zoo To You," supplements the video series on various animals to provide kids with activities and worksheets they can complete at home during...
View ArticleJim Henson's 'Fraggle Rock' gets reboot on Apple TV+ — and it's free
'Fraggle Rock' is getting a reboot on Apple TV+. In the updated version, the Fraggles are practicing social distancing by using devices created by the Doozers. New episodes will premiere on the app on...
View ArticlePenn, CHOP researchers receive $1.05 million grant from Chan Zuckerberg...
The Chan Zuckerberg Initiative awarded $1.05 million in grants to a pair of research teams at the University of Pennsylvania and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to study different aspects of...
View ArticlePhilly extends application deadline for summer Playstreets program
Philadelphia has extended its application deadline to participate in the Playstreets summer program until June 6. The program creates safe play spaces for children by closing designated streets. It...
View Article'Sesame Street' and CNN to host kids town hall on racism and diversity
'Sesame Street' and CNN are teaming up for 'Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism.' The kids special will tackle racism in response to the nationwide protests following the death of George Floyd. It...
View ArticleWawa debuts kids meals with trading cards and, of course, Junior hoagies
Wawa is now offering kids meals that include a variety of entrée and side options, including hoagies and mac and cheese. Children also will receive a trading card pack featuring the chain's mascot...
View ArticlePBS Kids picks up 'Mister Rogers' spinoff 'Donkey Hodie'
"Donkey Hodie," a new PBS Kids program inspired by "Mister Rogers' Neighborhood,"will debut May 3. The spinoff series follows Donkey Hodie and her friends in Someplace Else, the magical land created by...
View ArticleKids get in for free at Museum of the American Revolution this Labor Day
Kids ages 12 and under can get in free at the Museum of the American Revolution on Labor Day weekend, from Saturday, Sept. 4 through Monday, Sept. 6.
View ArticleN.J. expands COVID-19 vaccine, mask mandates to day care centers
All full-time and part-time child care personnel in New Jersey will need to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by Nov. 1 or face regular coronavirus testing once or twice per week. All child care...
View ArticleMuseum of the American Revolution's winter break offerings include craft...
The Museum of the American Revolution will host its week-long "Winter Break at the Museum" event from Dec. 26-Jan. 2. The event will include a number of family-friendly programs and activities,...
View ArticleDelaware County girl dies after trying dangerous 'blackout challenge' she...
A ten-year-old Delaware County girl died in her bedroom after she had tried a viral TikTok trend called the 'blackout challenge.' Her family is now working to raise awareness around the dangers of not...
View ArticleChildren’s Hospital of Philadelphia opens Middleman Family Pavilion in King...
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia opened the Middleman Family Pavilion in King of Prussia on Wednesday. The 250,000-square-foot facility is the health system's second inpatient hospital. The health...
View ArticlePhiladelphia Film Society to host series of family-friendly movie screenings
The Philadelphia Film Society is hosting a series of family-friendly movie screenings this spring. The organization will hold a sensory-friendly showing of 'The Incredibles,' as well as family matinee...
View ArticleTrenton Circus Squad to teach children how to do aerials, acrobatics and...
Trenton Circus Squad will host 10 performances and youth workshops at Cooper's Poynt Waterfront Park in Camden from July 1-9 as part of its "Big Top Tour." The annual residency in South Jersey offers...
View ArticleSmith Memorial Playground to celebrate 123rd birthday with 'Kidchella' music...
Smith Memorial Playground in Fairmount Park is celebrating its 123rd birthday with a Kidchella music festival on Friday, July 22, from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Attendees of all ages can enjoy pre-show...
View ArticlePirate to visit kids in Cape May for 58th annual Captain Kidd Treasure Hunt
Kids in Cape May will get a chance to help the infamous pirate Captain William Kidd dig up his secret stash booty at the 58th annual treasure hunt on Saturday, July 24 at 1 p.m. Children between the...
View ArticleKids can visit Museum of the American Revolution for free during Labor Day...
During Labor Day Weekend, the Museum of the American Revolution will offer free admission to children ages 12 and under. The holiday weekend will feature activities, crafts and performances...
View ArticleWorld's 'largest bounce house' to inflate in South Jersey over Labor Day weekend
The Big Bounce America Tour is stopping at the Bridgeport Speedway in New Jersey on Friday, Sept. 2 through Sunday, Sept. 4, and Friday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 11. The family-friendly attraction...
View ArticleEnjoy frightening family fun every weekend at The Franklin Institute this...
The Franklin Institute will host its family-friendly Franklin Fright event each weekend in October, where families can trick-or-treat throughout the museum and enjoy live shows and immersive...
View ArticleDeptford Little League will require spectators who berate umpires to...
Deptford Little League in New Jersey has a new policy to teach a lesson to parents and spectators who complain about umpires. Those who yell at umps will not be allowed to attend future games as fans...
View ArticleKids at Play indoor playground and therapy center moves to Roxborough
Kids at Play, an indoor playground and children's therapy center, is opening a larger location in Roxborough on May 31 to offer expanded services to local families.
View ArticleWHYY debuts two new children's TV shows made in Philadelphia
WHYY has two new original children's programs, 'Albie's Elevator' and 'The Infinite Art Hunt,' premiering this summer on local channel 12 and YouTube. Both shows were produced in Philadelphia, using...
View ArticleCheck out these adorable summer baby parades happening down the shore
Three baby parades are happening down the shore this summer, including the Wildwoods Baby Parade on July 26, the Cape May Baby Parade on July 28 and the Ocean City Baby Parade on August 10.
View ArticleFamilies can solve a mystery about the Liberty Bell at the Red Rum Theater
The Red Rum Theater in Philadelphia is hosting 'Who Cracked The Liberty Bell, a family-friendly, interactive show that puts a twist on the history of the famous landmark. The performance, by Without A...
View ArticleChildren can listen to Revolutionary War stories at Philly libraries this summer
Revolution at the Library is returning to eight Free Library of Philadelphia branches this summer through a partnership with the Museum of the American Revolution. Elementary school students can hear...
View ArticleWorld's largest bounce house comes to the Navy Yard next month
The Big Bounce America Tour is coming to Philadelphia in August and September with the world's largest bounce house and inflatable sports arena, obstacle course and space-themed attractions. The tour...
View ArticlePottstown boy, 6, wins national mullet contest for his throwback hairstyle
In a contest to find the best mullet in the U.S., a 6-year-old Pennsylvania boy won the children's division on Tuesday. Rory Ehrlich, of Pottstown, Montgomery County, was awarded first prize, which...
View ArticleAdventure Aquarium offers kids ages 2 to 5 free admission for a year with...
Adventure Aquarium is bringing back its Pre-K Kid’s Adventure Pass, which offers free and unlimited admission for kids ages 2-5 for a whole year. Registration for the program is open now through Oct. 29.
View ArticleMore parents are giving kids melatonin as a sleep aid, but experts urge caution
Melatonin, the over-the-counter sleep aid supplement, is increasingly being used by young children and preteens, according to researchers from the University of Colorado Boulder. Their study suggests...
View ArticleMuseum of the American Revolution to host day camps for kids in April
The Museum of the American Revolution will host new History Explorer Day Camps geared toward kids ages 7-11 on Wednesday, April 10, and Tuesday, April 23. The camps, which cost $85 per student,...
View ArticleAdventure Aquarium offers free annual membership program for preschoolers
The Adventure Aquarium in Camden opened registration Monday for its Pre-K Kids Adventure Pass, which offers a year of free admission for children ages 2 to 5. Parents can register online and need to...
View ArticleKids can step inside Bluey's house at a King of Prussia Mall pop-up this winter
A 5,000-square-foot re-creation of the house on 'Bluey,' the animated Australian children's show, is coming to King of Prussia Mall from Dec. 16 to May 4. The immersive experience includes photo ops...
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