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List Recommends 9 Books to Read to Children During Black History Month
PA Promise for Children’s latest list of books for children recommends nine titles that could help celebrate to Black History Month in February.
PA Promise for Children Lists 8 Books for Kindergarteners to Read in February
PA Promise for Children has released a list of eight books for kindergarteners to read in February in its Kindergarten Here I Come newsletter.
Remake Learning Days Accepting Submissions for Events
Remake Learning Days is preparing for its 2026 edition – and participants have until late February to submit any events they plan to host.
OCDEL to Provide Little Libraries for State-Certified Early Learning Providers
Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is offering Little Libraries at no cost for state-certified early learning providers.
Pittsburgh to Host Black History Month Events in February
Black History Month kicks off on February 1, and there are a number of events taking place in the Pittsburgh region to celebrate the month.
Celebrate Take Your Child to the Library Day by Getting a Library Card
This coming Saturday, February 7, is Take Your Child to the Library Day, and there’s no better way to celebrate than to get a library card at your local library.
Carnegie Mellon CyLab Director’s Children’s Book Tackles the Topic of Privacy
A new book by the director of CyLab, Carnegie Mellon University’s privacy and security research institute, introduces children between the ages of 4 and 6 to the concept of privacy.
Resources for February Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.
Application for Children’s Literacy Award Due by February 20
Those interested in applying for the 2026 Joan Brest Friedberg and Elizabeth “Betty” Segel Children’s Literacy Award should fill out an application by Friday, February 20.
Pittsburgh Offering Winter Events for Children and Families
The weather outside might be frightful - depending on the ever-changing Pittsburgh weather - but the city has much to offer that’s delightful in the weeks to come.
Pittsburgh and Surrounding Counties to Host MLK Day Events
Pittsburgh residents will be able to reflect on the life and works of Civil Rights leader Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during events being held throughout Allegheny County on Monday, January 19.
The Buzzword is SOCIALIZE
This month’s Buzzword is SOCIALIZE, which means how we react with others.
PA Promise for Children Releases January Booklist for Preschoolers
PA Promise for Children has released its list of January books for preschoolers in its Kindergarten Here I Come newsletter. The list includes eight books across four categories.
Podcast Episode Focuses on Building Kindness and Resilience in Children
In this day and age, it is more challenging than ever to raise children who are kind, resilient, and prepared to handle whatever life throws at them.
Resources for January Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.
Only 44% of PPS Third Graders Proficient in Reading: Report
Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) is renewing efforts to improve literacy after only 44% of third graders were found to be proficient in reading at the end of the 2024-25 school year.
PA Promise for Children Releases December Booklist for Preschoolers
PA Promise for Children has released its list of December books for preschoolers in its Kindergarten Here I Come. The list includes eight books across four categories.
List Features Best Books for Children That Tackle Mental Health
The Child Mind Institute has compiled a list of 2025 books that tackle the topic of mental health and included other resources.
Carnegie Library Card Holders Can Take Advantage of Free Services
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has a massive selection of books for children and their families, but library card holders can take advantage of a number of other services for free.
Resources for December Observances
Various organizations, states, and nations recognize a number of observances each month. Resources help parents, caregivers, and child care professionals acknowledge and navigate them.

