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Survey Results: Here’s What Our Members Have to Say
Survey Results: Here’s What Our Members Have to Say Each year, we survey...
Racial Injustice Harms Our Community, Our Children
One positive step parents and caregivers can take is to talk to kids about race and racial inequities. To see real change, we need to be purposeful about raising children who are motivated to actively work against systemic racism.
Tips for Helping Kids During the Trial of Derik Chauvin: A Conversation with Dr. Gigi Chawla
Many parents are wondering: what impact could this have on kids and their mental and emotional health?
Learn About Important Women in Space and Build Your Own Straw Rocket
Celebrating some of the women whose contributions have played a crucial role in advancing the exploration of space
Make Your Own Eyeball Wall at Home
Recreate a piece of the museum in your own home with this printer-friendly Eyeball Wall sheet.
Celebrating Black Voices: A Recommended Reading List for Kids
Sharing stories that celebrate diversity and feature characters of color is one small way to help broaden the worldview of young readers.
How to Turn Family Time Into Play Time
How to Turn Family Time Into Play TimeResearch shows that play helps relieve...
Kid-Friendly Ideas for Celebrating Black History Month
Kid-Friendly Ideas for Celebrating Black History MonthThe month of February is...
Three Tips to Get the Most Out of Screen Time for Kids
We recently had a lively conversation with Erin Walsh of Spark & Stitch...
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