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Fall art classes for children

Cayton Children’s Museum Reopens In-Person Art Classes

Holistic Early Education

New Developmental Kindergarten for Neurodivergent Children

Play Projects

How to Encourage Independent Play

Inspire Philanthropy

6 Ways to Teach Kids About Charity and Giving Back

What We're Reading This Month

July Book Corner: Adventure, Acceptance and Emotions

In L.A., we can embrace myriad cultures

It’s A Small World

Ready to Rock

Q&A: The BeatBuds

What We're Reading This Month

June Book Corner: Pride, Courage and Understanding

Early Dental Care is Vital

Proper Dental Care Needs to Start Early

Kidspace Reopens

Opens May 6

Kidspace Children’s Museum is Back!

A toddler is upset.

Improving Your Toddler's Moods

Tips to Improve Your Toddler’s Mood– and Yours

Activities, Books, Movies and More

Celebrate Earth Day All Month Long

Cover of children's book "Big Ideas for Young Thinkers."

Diverse Voices

Children’s Books to Read All Year Long

For the Parents

September Book Corner: Motivation, Inspiration and Parenting Tools

Eco-Friendly Childrenswear

Circular Clothing Startup Borobabi Pops Up in Venice

Sing, Dance and Play

Benefits of music on kids’ emotional and neurological development

Easy Snack Ideas

Back-to-School Snacks: Healthy and Yummy

Spice Up Your Child’s Learning

Keeping Art Front & Center

Fall in Love with Math as a Family

Everyday Math

Educational Cartoons

Warner Bros. Promotes ‘Humancentric Learning’ for Preschoolers

Kids & Cooking

Q&A: Little Kitchen Academy

Prepare for the holidays

PJ Library Releases Free Family Guide to the Fall Holidays

Local Summer Fun

20 Ways to Have the Best SoCal Summer!

Getting Unstuck

Sticky Neural Loop: How Your Child’s Brain Processes Pain and How to Help Them Heal

Math Fun For All

L.A. Parent Exclusive: PBS SoCal Launches FAMILY MATH Multi-Platform Initiative

What We’re Reading this Month

Book Corner: Crafts, Self-Confidence and Being Yourself

Child embracing mother anxiously.

Understanding Our Own Anxiety

5 Ways to Pick Toys that Support Development

5 Tips to Help Your Family Escape Through Reading

Why Your Child Needs Sensory Play

Quality Child Care is a Pandemic Essential

Building Toddler Vocabulary with Forks and Familiarity

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

How Families Can Safely Make Outdoor Play a Priority this Summer

Top 5 Tips for Making the Toddler Years Terrific

Report Says Black and Brown Babies are Born at a Disadvantage

Planting Early Learning at Home with Child360

Simple Steps to Changing Unwanted Behavior

Touch-Screen Generation Still Good at Face Time

14 Fun Things to Do With Your Toddler at Home

Reading Roundup: Books That Will Transport Your Child Outside

Check out Joy Cho’s New Children’s Books

Lynette Hoy: Developing Toys that Develop Young Minds

‘Connoisseur Kids’ Transforms the Way We Teach Kids Manners

Moving: The Millennial Dad Changes Digs

Words Matter When Communicating With Your Child

Put your Child on a Path to Success by Building Healthy Attachment

hbo foster

HBO’s ‘FOSTER’ Reveals Complexity of Foster Care in L.A.

home day care in los angeles

Jessica Chang: Committed to Affordable Quality Daycare

green parenting

Products for Greener Parenting

7 Reasons to Join a Parent Support Group

socal zoos

Adventures in SoCal’s Zoos: Planning your Attack with Toddlers

preschool problems

7 Preschool Problems and Tips on How to Solve Them

7 Steps to Becoming a Well-Behaved Parent

toddler survival guide

Mike and Heather Spohr: Survival of the Fittest for Parents of Toddlers

Brunch in Los Angeles

Any Given Sunday: A One-Act about Brunch in Los Angeles

Support Your Child’s Development With Sensory Play

dad in los angeles

Millennial Dad in Los Angeles: Hairy Situations, Toddler Style

5 Tips for Protecting Your Children During Your Divorce

having more kids

On Having More Kids: When Baby Makes Four

toddler emotions

The Big Emotions of Little Ones

preschools in los angeles

Preschools in Los Angeles: 9 Things Your Child Should Learn

race talk with kids

Having the Race Talk with Kids: Parenting Resources by Age

toddler road trip

Tackling the Toddler Road Trip

Aligning Your Kids’ Enrichment With Your Big-Picture Goals

kids and chores

Kids and Chores: In Defense of the Sticker Chart

A Divorce Lawyer’s Tips for Parenting Through Kid Conflict

Looking Beyond The Supermarket Aisle For Your Baby’s First Foods

Nine Tips for Tackling Tantrums

Toddle and Spin at Baby DJ School

How to Spot a Developmentally Appropriate Preschool

The Millennial Dad Takes on Alternative Transportation

When the News Is Scary or Confusing

Millennial Dad: A Voyage of Selfie Discovery

saying sorry

Beyond Saying Sorry: A More Meaningful Path to Conflict Resolution

home learning activities for kids

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

parenting

5 Common-Sense Tips For Raising Great Kids

parenting

Depression in Moms Goes Beyond Baby Blues

mommy and me groups

Mommy-and-Me Groups Offer Friendship and Support

Small Books With a Big Mission for Multilingual Kids

Hottest Trends and Products from the ABC Baby & Kids Expo

positive parenting

Finding Diversity in Children’s Books

positive parenting

Positive Parenting: Experts Answer Your Questions For Early Childhood

A Family Legacy Worth Leaving Behind

Where to Find the Perfect Toy Truck Around LA

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

Take Time, Talk: Eight Ways to Support Your Child’s Language Development

6 Most Common Sleep Training Myths Debunked

Doc Talk: Why There Are No Accidents

Building Your Baby’s Brain

Driving, Dreaming and Daytime Napping in L.A.

Read Aloud Like a Rock Star

A Plea for More Old-Fashioned Play

Mary McNamara: A Mom With a Critical Eye on TV

Keeping It Real For Your Child Actor

Dr. Shefali Tsabary: Promoting ‘Conscious’ Parenting

What To Do When Your Kids Argue

How to Choose a Child-Centered Preschool

Have a Fabulous Fiesta Birthday!

Stop Over-Parenting and Raise An Adult

Teaching Kids To Speak Up

Don’t Neglect Essential Social-Skills Development

Keep Tabs on Children’s Product Recalls

Taking the Perfect Family Photo: Photographers Give Their Advice

Finding Quality Childcare in L.A.

The Value of Pretend Play

Mother's Group

Mothers Together