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Raise your hand if you’re overwhelmed by all the technology your kids have access to and worried about what it might be doing to them. -
As their lives have become less free and more structured in recent decades, kids have also become less happy. Experts say that isn’t a coincidence. -
The child care industry has long been in crisis, and COVID-19 only made things worse. Now affordable, quality care is even more challenging to find, and staff are not paid enough to stay in the field. This series spotlights people each struggling with their own childcare issues, and the providers struggling to get by.
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Birch Aquarium Extended Hours
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until September 9, 2024
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Free - $29.95
Shark Summer Makes a Splash at Birch Aquarium
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until July 28, 2024
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
'Octavia Butler: Seeding Futures'
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2025
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The New Children's Museum
$0-$24
Kids Summer Baking Camp
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until August 16, 2024
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Fandory Factory
$95 daily fee to $375 whole week camp
'Hold Fast' at Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until September 30, 2024
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Included with the cost of General Admission, which is $24.95 for adults and $19.95 for children ages 3-17. Annual memberships are also available
Nighttime Zoo
Friday, July 26, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until September 2, 2024
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San Diego Zoo
Parenting News
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The championship is in Poland. To go, they need to raise $10,000. -
A large new study confirms what parents probably already suspect: Phones can keep tweens from getting a good night's sleep. -
A new state program offers any family with a new baby a no-cost visit at home with a trained nurse. It’s Oregon’s response to the country’s dismal infant and maternal mortality rates. -
Drugmaker GSK stopped making asthma inhaler Flovent earlier this year. That’s left patients struggling to find other medication their insurance will cover.Children have been hit especially hard. -
High school students participate in a free one-week public health advocate summer camp, a collaboration between San Diego County's education and health services.
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In an era of rising book challenges and censorship, learn how one librarian is defending the freedom to read. -
A lawyer sent the city a demand letter alleging that a local mom was discriminated against because the library denied her request to host reading events based on religious and patriotic books. The letter also objects to books with depictions of adult nudity. -
The all-star team won the Mexican national championship last month and is heading to Williamsport, Pennsylvania this week for the Little League World Series. -
Countywide, the number of home births rose by 28% from before the pandemic to the end of 2022. -
Some parents and early childhood education experts say schools have not been adequately prepared for California's new multibillion-dollar program that brings 4-year-olds into elementary classrooms.
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Between 3 a.m. feedings and hormonal changes, it can be hard for couples to get in the mood after baby arrives. But that doesn't mean you can't show love and desire in other creative, playful ways. -
Vaccination rates took a hit during the pandemic — and they've not really recovered, according to a new report from the World Health Organization. But ... look at Ukraine! -
The Education Department is handling record numbers of discrimination cases, including those involving disability. The backlog leaves some families waiting for help. -
Tweens are now major consumers of skin care products, fueled by social media. But dermatologists are seeing kids with rashes caused by products not meant for young skin. What should tweens be using? -
Most states currently don't have age limits for buying zero-proof beverages that look and taste like beer, wine and liquor. But some researchers argue they could be a gateway into drinking for kids.
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The law, which is the first in the nation, bans school rules requiring school staff to disclose a student's gender identity or sexual orientation to any other person without the child's permission. -
Newsom's office did not provide further details on the proposal. It comes amid growing debate across the country over how to address the impacts of social media and smartphone usage, particularly on young people. -
A new state law kicks in this fall adding new requirements for recess in schools. -
New legislation announced Wednesday in Sacramento would prevent school districts across the state from telling parents their students identify as LGBTQ+ to avoid what supporters of the legislation describe as “forced outing.” -
Too few trees at California’s schools mean there’s little protecting students from a warming planet. Here’s how advocates say the state can pay for more shade.
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This weekend in the arts: Lots of new visual art across the county; contemporary dance; Chopin's piano works; painting with Panca; acrobatic theater; plus live music and more. -
The Museum of Making Music's latest renovation gives visitors an immersive experience with the latest instruments. -
Earth Day honors environmental achievements and brings awareness to protect the Earth's natural resources for future generations. -
To help kids get out that energy, here are eight ideas for indoor games to get the wiggles out! -
All kids develop at their own pace. To help kids learn to include others, it helps to take a proactive and positive approach to developing their social skills. Follow these five steps to help your kids become includers.
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Be My Neighbor Day 2024
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A parent and child meet Katerina Kittycat at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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A family visits the Words Alive booth at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families sing and dance with Ralph of Ralph's World at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Katerina Kittycat and Daniel Tiger pose for a photo at "Be My Neighbor Day" across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Children sing and dance with Ralph of Ralph's World at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families make garden markers with KPBS Kids at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families sit to enjoy live performances on the field at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Alan Prohaska, PNC Bank Regional President of Greater San Diego, shares a Daniel Tiger story at "Be My Neighbor Day" across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families make art by rubbing leaves with Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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A young child greets Daniel Tiger at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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