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Child Mind Institute Releases List of Best Books for Children on Mental Health
The Child Mind Institute has compiled a list of books about mental health and learning challenges for children that has been broken down by topic.
PA Promise for Children Releases Booklist on Riding in the Car or Bus
Pennsylvania’s Promise for Children has released a list of 10 books for children that revolve around riding in a car or bus.
A+ Schools Releases Annual Report to the Community on Public School Progress
A+ Schools Pittsburgh has released its 2024 Report to the Community on Public Schools Progress.
The Buzzword is DIRECTION
This month’s Buzzword is DIRECTION, which means the path along which someone or something moves.
Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Offering Free ‘Nutcracker’ Tickets for Buzzword Families
The Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre is offering 20 free tickets for Buzzword families to attend this year’s sensory-friendly performance of “The Nutcracker.”
Duo’s Treehouse to Offer Bilingual Play Experience for Children on Fridays
Duolingo and La Escuelita Arcoiris are inviting children - birth to age 5 - and their caregivers to spend time with them on Friday mornings at The Kingsley Association.
PA’s Promise for Children’s November Books for Preschoolers
PA’s Promise for Children has released a list of November books for preschoolers that cover a wide variety of topics.
The Buzzword is GLIDE
This month’s Buzzword is GLIDE, which means the path along which someone or something moves.
NEA Releases October Calendar for Young Readers
The National Education Association (NEA) has released its October calendar as part of Read Across America 2024-25. The calendar features books for varying ages of young readers.
Public School Students to Receive Library Card as Part of CardFest
The Carnegie Library is hosting a celebration of library cards that is designed specifically for Pittsburgh public school students.
Carnegie Library Celebrates Banned Books Week
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has provided a list of resources and titles to celebrate this year’s Banned Books Week.
Virtual Sessions to Focus on Book Centered Around Wonder and Fred Rogers
Two free virtual book study sessions will be held in September and October surrounding the release of a new book on the subjects of wonder and Fred Rogers.
Free Events Throughout Pittsburgh During RAD Days in September and October
Pittsburgh’s Regional Asset District (RAD) is offering RAD Days from September through early October, providing numerous free activities throughout the city.
The Buzzword is ENTERTAINMENT
This month’s Buzzword is ENTERTAINMENT, which means “something that amuses or interests.
PA Promise Releases Book List for Families and Friends
Pennsylvania's Promise for Children has compiled a list of books that are best for families and friends.
Catch Buzzword at These Upcoming Events in Pittsburgh
Buzzword will take part in three events and host two others in September and October in Pittsburgh.
Buzzword to Explore ENTERTAINMENT at Family-Friendly Event in September
This month’s Buzzword is ENTERTAINMENT, which means being provided with amusement or enjoyment.
Carnegie Science Center to Host Free Programs for North Side Families This Fall
The Carnegie Science Center is hosting one free program per month for North Side families this fall.
CLP Introduces Library of Things Collection Featuring Board Games and Activities
The Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh has introduced its Library of Things, a collection of outdoor activities and board games that is available at all library locations.
Families, Early Childhood Educators Invited to Enter Chance to Win Back-to-School Kit
Pennsylvania Promise for Children is inviting state families and friends of children to enter a chance to win a back-to-school kit.