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Education

Empowering families through literacy: Southern Delaware school aims to strengthen bonds among Latino parents and their children

The program at Milton Elementary in Sussex County aims to improve literacy and the connection between parents and students.

3 years ago

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Health

Camden 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.

3 years ago

George W. Nebinger School building
Education
Billy Penn

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.

3 years ago

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NPR
Community

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

3 years ago

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NPR
Arts & Entertainment

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.

3 years ago

The Charles Santore Branch Library in Bella Vista.
Community
Billy Penn

Regular Saturday hours return 6-day service to several library branches, a ‘game changer’ for Philadelphia

The expanded schedule starts at nine locations, and more are projected to follow — depending on hiring, officials said.

3 years ago

YA author and literary agent Eric Smith writing at a former Philadelphia WeWork location.
Arts & Entertainment
Billy Penn

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.

3 years ago

Frank Hughes fixes a piece of adaptive play equipment
Community

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.

3 years ago

A building with the word Bellevue written on it.
Courts & Law

Babies smacked, slapped, knocked over at Delaware day care, then director lied to parents about state’s investigation

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.

3 years ago

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Children playing on a jungle gym.
NPR
Community

Inside 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.

3 years ago

This photo provided by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Oct. 28, 2023, shows a WanaBana apple cinnamon fruit puree pouch.
NPR
Community

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

3 years ago

An aerial view of the Pa. House of Representatives chambers
Politics & Policy

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.

3 years ago

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Taelyn Gray holding the book she wrote
Arts & Entertainment

Young 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.

3 years ago

An assortment of candy
Community

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.

3 years ago

Corey Theodore smiles for a portrait
Health

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.”

3 years ago

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