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Talking about mental health

Teens Invited to Submit to 2022 Open Mind Film Festival

Sponsored Content

New Children’s Digital Literacy Platform, The Book Club by Albert Whitman Media, Now Available to Families

Choosing the best apps

5 Questions To Ask Before Downloading Apps for Your Young Child

Putting the quality back in family time

Together — With Meaning

Inspiring an early love of math and science

Netflix’s ‘Ada Twist, Scientist’ engineer star Keji Sojobi on STEM, curiosity and diversity

New Children's Music

Debut Children’s Album: A Musical Journey Through the Whimsical World of the Zoo

New book celebrates Latina pioneers

‘Grandes Dreamers’: Inspiring and Affirming Young Latinas

Finding forever homes for pups

Behind-the-Scenes Look at the New Kids Series ‘Puppy Place’ on Apple TV+

October is National Bullying Prevention Month

4 Ways To Support A Child Being Bullied

Screens vs. Books

For Preschool Parents: Reading vs. Screen Time

Sponsored Content

10 Energizing Brain Breaks for Children

Ready to Rock

Q&A: The BeatBuds

Teens and Social Media

Critical Facts Teens Need to Know about Social Media

‘Great Advice’ for Parents and Teens

L.A. life as a child actor

Disney Channel’s Madeleine McGraw: On Acting, Running Your Own Race & Having Fun

What to watch

New On Screen: Shows and Movies to Watch this December

What to watch

New On Screen: TV Shows and Movies for Kids

Sing, Dance and Play

Benefits of music on kids’ emotional and neurological development

Educational Cartoons

Warner Bros. Promotes ‘Humancentric Learning’ for Preschoolers

A boy writes coding instructions on a blackboard.

Coding for Kids

7 Reasons Schools Should Add Coding

Prepare for the holidays

PJ Library Releases Free Family Guide to the Fall Holidays

Experience Moviemaking Magic

WB Studio Tour is Back with All-New Experiences

Adventure Stories Ahead

GoKidGo: New Scripted Podcast

Empowerment & Equality

Celebrate International Women’s Day with PBS

11 Tips to Help Kids Process Political Unrest

Open Mind Film Fest Seeks Teen Filmmakers

Smash Boom Best Podcast Mashes Up Debate and Fun for Kids

How to Prepare Your Preschooler for Coding

Teaching Kids About Voting

Can Kids’ Videogame Play be Healthy?

How to Talk to Children About Online Meanness

6 Tips for Healthier Time Online During the Pandemic

5 Fun Writing Prompts for Kids

5 Tips to Help Your Kids Make the Most of Video Chats

Kristen Bell Colors Her New Children’s Book With Hope for the Future

Partnering to Close the Digital Divide

Touch-Screen Generation Still Good at Face Time

#SupportingFamilies: Library Resources You Can Use From Home

Tips for Managing Kids’ Cell Phone Use

ryan's world colgate

Ryan’s World: Making Toy Reviews and Dental Hygiene Fun

5 Ways to Discover Your Child’s Academic Passion and Career Potential

screentime

Is Screen Time Connected to a Mental-Health Crisis?

rob paulsen

Life Lessons from Voice Actor Rob Paulsen

diverse superheroes

Marvels of Representation

kids eating habits

Curbing Influencers’ Influence on Kids’ Eating

mila and emma stauffer

How Pint-Size Influencers Mila & Emma Took Over Instagram

parenting and digital media

Julia Storm: Educating Parents About Digital Media

nbc's this is us

‘This Is Us’ Star Lonnie Chavis Expands His #FixYourHeart Message

meditation for children

Mallika Chopra: Making Meditation Accessible for Children and Families

Los Angeles VR Rooms

Local VR Rooms Transport You to Other Worlds

jake monaco

Jake Monaco: Composing Music for Kids and Cartoons

shark tank

L.A. Students Shine in Shark Tank and Math@Work Webisode

Down syndrome

Kid Podcast ‘Brains On!’ Explores Down Syndrome

middle school students

Parenting Through Middle School Students’ Perfect Storm

kids using smartphones

Setting Limits on Kids’ Smartphone Use

Raise Readers By Starting Your Own Book Club

Abbie Boudreau: On Raising News-Savvy Kids

Geocaching With Kids for Outdoor Fun In L.A.

When the News Is Scary or Confusing

Why This Dad Is On Pokemon Go

home learning activities for kids

Digital vs. Analog: At-Home Learning Activities for Kids

kids and media

Tara Sorensen: Creating Children’s Programming with a Mom’s Touch

parenting

Parents Spend More Than Nine Hours a Day with Screen Media

divorce and parenting

When Your Ex Text Messages Too Much

Anti-bullying App Saves Kids a Seat

positive parenting

Finding Diversity in Children’s Books

If Your Child Accidentally Sees Online Porn

A Play Date With littleBits

A Peek Through the Portal

fun ideas for kids

Booki Vivat Turns Doodles Into Her Debut Book

parenting

Dealing With Tragic News

On the Record: What Mom Really Wants for Mother’s Day

5 Ways To Shrink Your Child’s Digital Footprint

Eyeing Digital Device Safety

A Plea for More Old-Fashioned Play

Mary McNamara: A Mom With a Critical Eye on TV

Top Tech Tools for Families

A Book Club Podcast Just For Tweens

Local Programs That Give Girls a Voice

Detecting Body-Image Issues In Your Teen

Parenting Through Technology Transitions

Navigating Video Game Ratings

Bridging the Digital Divide Between Kids and Grandparents

Unplug For Successful Family Dinners