Kids
The program at Milton Elementary in Sussex County aims to improve literacy and the connection between parents and students.
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Listen 1:03Camden train transforms to ‘Polar Express’ for kids battling illnesses
NJ Transit and the Ronald McDonald House teamed up to give the holiday makeover to one of its River Line trains, delighting about 25 children currently staying at the house.
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How teaching in Philly district schools differs from charters: Three teachers share their stories
They each have their pros and cons, on issues ranging from resources to oversight. Three teachers share their stories.
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The Gaza war’s youngest evacuees reach safety in Egypt — many without their parents
On Monday, 28 newborns were evacuated from Gaza to Egypt, after being transported from Al-Shifa Hospital. Four mothers accompanied the babies. It's not known how many of the o
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Pink gives away 2,000 banned books at Florida concerts
The pop music icon is taking a stand against the libraries and classrooms around the U.S. that have removed books due to claims of inappropriate content.
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The expanded schedule starts at nine locations, and more are projected to follow — depending on hiring, officials said.
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Writing my way back home: Why Eric Smith’s YA novels are nearly all set in Philadelphia | Opinion
"Writing my way back home": Eric Smith talks about why his novels are nearly all set in Philly, the place that calls him back.
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Delaware teacher creates ‘bocce ramp’ to support play for students of all abilities
Frank Hughes started with building a catapult in 2012. Since then, he’s built more than 50 devices to help students of all abilities to play.
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The Bellevue Learning Center was put on probation and ordered to stop caring for children under age 1. An ex-teacher was indicted for child abuse.
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Listen 1:59Inside the weird and delightful origins of the jungle gym, which just turned 100
The history of the jungle gym, and its sibling the monkey bars, is full of weird and delightful twists and sub-plots that take us from Japan to suburban Chicago.
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FDA warns that WanaBana fruit pouches contain high lead levels, endangering children
The apple cinnamon fruit puree pouches — regardless of their expiration date — are being recalled. They were sold online and in person through retailers such as Sam's Club, Am
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Pa. lawmakers push forward significant juvenile justice reforms
Two years after the Pennsylvania Juvenile Justice Task Force made policy recommendations, there is finally some political will in the state House to move on reforms.
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Listen 1:15Young North Wales tennis player designs and creates athletic apparel brand
11-year-old Taelyn Kelsey Gray’s self-designed tennis apparel brand is inspired by her grandmother, who passed away from cancer.
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N.J. Poison Control Center to parents: Check Halloween candy carefully
Experts advise parents to check to make sure candy wrappers are intact, and the lettering on packaging is correct.
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Philly coalition urges next mayor to not leave underserved youth behind
The Kids Campaign wants the next administration to improve community safety, mental health services, and tackle gun violence “starting on day one.”
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