Kids
Harvard researchers Emily Weinstein and Carrie James on their new book, "Behind Their Screens: What Teens Are Facing (And Adults Are Missing)."
Air Date: September 27, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:29‘We’re in this together’: Delaware expands initiative pairing nurses with new moms
The state-funded program currently serves about 200 new moms who receive or are eligible for Medicaid benefits. A $4 million infusion should aid even more.
2 years ago
Listen 4:44A coalition of Bucks County community members are honoring banned books and spreading awareness of local issues around censorship.
2 years ago
Peace Day at Parkway Northwest: Students assemble to send a message on Gun Violence
One section of a grade at a time, the entire student body gave presentations.
2 years ago
Poll: Most N.J. adults favor sex education in middle and high schools
A new poll finds more than 70% of New Jersey adults favor sex education being taught in middle schools, 88% agree it should be taught in high schools.
2 years ago
Family sues Little League over bunk bed fall, head injury
The lawsuit accuses Little League International and Savoy Contract Furniture of Williamsport of negligence for using or selling bunk beds without safety railings.
2 years ago
DOJ charges 47 with stealing $250 million from a pandemic food program for kids
Officials called it a "brazen scheme of staggering proportions."
2 years ago
Kids, mental health, and back to school: WHYY and Mighty Writers host roundtable discussion
At a roundtable hosted by Maiken Scott, WHYY and Mighty Writers explore how the pandemic has impacted the mental health of children.
2 years ago
Pa.’s ChildLine Registry does more harm than good for children of color
Attorney Jamie Gullen, who has spent a decade representing youth at Community Legal Services, takes aim at the state’s ChildLine Registry for violating due process rights.
2 years ago
A Philadelphia high school first: Black men teaching all freshman core subjects
Principal Keisha Wilkins said the four teachers will help students see ‘a reflection of themselves.’
2 years ago
‘Child torture’: Indictment describes horrific abuse of two sons by Delaware couple
Mary and Charles Vinson of Kent County face a total of 646 felony and misdemeanor charges, including attempted strangulation and kidnapping.
2 years ago
Regional Roundup: September 12, 2022
New research shows microplastics throughout the Delaware River. Pandemic-born babies reach their toddler years. And, Penn Museum digs deeper into magical incantation bowls.
Air Date: September 12, 2022 10:00 am
Listen 49:28Photo essay: The ‘Bee Beard’ returns to Philadelphia during the 2022 Honey Festival
Bees swarmed beekeeper Don Shump’s face during a sweet — and scary — demonstration.
2 years ago
Beloved dancer, choreographer and CAPA teacher LaDeva Davis dies at 78
LeDeva Davis inspired generations of dancers who went on to perform on some of the biggest stages.
2 years ago
‘The Stolen Year: How Covid Changed Children’s Lives’
Education reporter Anya Kamenetz on "The Stolen Year" about how we failed kids during the pandemic and the toll school closures had on their lives.
Air Date: September 9, 2022 10:00 am
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