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KPBS Families Hub
Welcome to KPBS Families Hub. This is the place to find news, information and resources to help you make decisions about the children under your care and support you in your family adventures.
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A San Diego mom’s guide to sticking with a grocery budget
KPBS is looking for families in San Diego to tell us their story about making ends meet
The all new Denny Sanford Elephant Valley at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park opens in 2026
Did you know that Sesame first premiered on public television 56 years ago?
The world is full of clues, you just have to use your senses to find them!
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Highlights
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Join KPBS Kids at the San Diego County Fair with special guest, Arthur! Once Upon a Fair, a celebration of stories where books are larger than life and words and artwork leap off the pages. The 2026 San Diego County Fair invites fairgoers of all ages to explore the world of books through educational exhibits, hands-on exploration, and community engagement. Sunday, June 14, 2026 from 2 PM to 6 PM / Free with Fair admission, https://www.sdfair.com -
Join KPBS Kids at the San Diego County Fair with special guest, Clifford the Big Red Dog! Once Upon a Fair, a celebration of stories where books are larger than life and words and artwork leap off the pages. The 2026 San Diego County Fair invites fairgoers of all ages to explore the world of books through educational exhibits, hands-on exploration, and community engagement. Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Free with Fair admission, https://www.sdfair.com -
In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month, we’ve collected our favorite books featuring Asian and Pacific Islander characters created by Asian or AANHPI authors or artists. Enjoy these fun and uplifting stories you and your family can visit over and over again — even when it’s not May. -
The guide explains school choice opportunities and enrollment deadlines, what’s available for after-school care, school performance data in an easy-to-use format and much more. Published in English and Spanish and is available at https://vosd.org/schools -
It can be tough to navigate relationships when our friends start having kids. This guide can help both parents and child-free folks figure out how to stay connected in a new life stage.
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A school crisis specialist told KPBS the shooting at the Islamic Center of San Diego will not only impact the kids present and students at the nearby schools on lockdown, but potentially all children who hear about it. -
Children closest to an incident of gun violence have the most risk of lasting psychological effects. Here's what all parents should know about how to buffer trauma. -
We have compiled a list of ways to support the impacted families, including donation funds organized by the center. We have also gathered mental health, legal, and crisis resources for anyone who needs support right now.
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Two UC San Diego researchers found evidence that birth rates climbed eight years ago during Trump’s first term. -
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 state has repeatedly balked at boosting how much it pays the people who care for society’s mistreated children.
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New data show South County receives significant federal childcare funding, but providers say demand is overwhelming the system as legal and budget uncertainty grows. -
The new study in JAMA Network Open also finds that more parents leave their guns loaded and unlocked when they have teenagers, despite the fact that suicide risk goes up for this age group. -
The state will provide 400 diapers to each newborn through participating hospitals. The program in its first year will be limited to hospitals largely serving low-income patients, and then it will expand statewide after that.
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Studies have shown that cell phone use is a serious distraction for students that affects their mental health, social-emotional development and ability to concentrate in class. -
Parents have had concerns about the charter school’s German language program and the dismissal of the elementary school principal. -
A new bill would require schools to screen all kindergartners, first- and second-graders for basic math skills. The idea is to help those children catch up to their peers who might have had much more exposure to math before starting school.
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Download our new Día de Muertos Coloring Book and make your favorite symbols of remembrance pop with color! -
More than 60 museums, aquariums, gardens and historic sites in San Diego County are offering free admission to kids this month. -
This weekend in the arts in San Diego: Kaori Fukuyama, Kelly Nipper and Kim Manfredi at Et Galerie; the San Diego-Tijuana Jazz Festival; "Suffs” the Musical; San Diego Symphony's “French Fairytales”; Joy Guidry; Kids Free October; Small Press Nite and more.
Question of the day
What is your favorite meal to cook for your family?
We’re exploring the real cost of living in pricey San Diego County. Explore our new series.
This video series chronicles KPBS Video Journalist Mikey Damron's personal youth sports journey and provides insight from coaches, trainers and doctors about what parents should know about sports and safety.
ScreenTime is an interactive web hub that provides useful information to families so that they make their own decisions on how to manage technology in their daily lives.
KPBS Kids offers a wide range of programming to educate, enlighten, and entertain families in the San Diego region.
ODD SQUAD is an Emmy-winning live-action media property designed to help kids ages 5-8 learn math and problem solving skills.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Finding child care can be a challenge. The YMCA of San Diego County is a great place to start for information on choosing a child care provider and for resources. https://www.ymcasd.org/family-resources/child-care-referrals
The San Diego Regional Center is a private, non-profit 501 c (3) organization that contracts with California to provide services to persons with developmental disabilities (intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or other disabling conditions similar to intellectual disabilities) living in San Diego and Imperial counties. https://www.sdrc.org/
The KPBS events calendar is San Diego's premiere destination for a diverse selection of local events, curated by KPBS staff and through user-generated submissions, including a special section dedicated to families. You can see the entire calendar here or select the “Family” event category.
KPBS explored this topic in its web series “Where’s My Village.” Two resources from that episode that will help you get started in your daycare business are:
You can watch “Where’s My Village” here.
You can watch “Where’s My Village” here.
There are multiple ways you can watch PBS Kids’ award-winning shows:
- For people without cable, you can tune into Channel 15.4 for the 24 hour PBS Kids channel.
- On cable, KPBS Kids – Cox 809; Spectrum Cable 1276.
- We also feature Kids programming on our main channel from 6am to 1pm Monday through Friday (KPBS 15.1, Cox 11, Spectrum 1221).
- You can also watch on the PBS KIDS app.To download the PBS KIDS app, please visit the app store on your device and search for PBS KIDS. In the app, your child can play videos and games, and listen to songs.
Email news@kpbs.org with your news story idea. The KPBS newsroom editors will review your suggestion and may assign a reporter to follow up.
PBS Kids Video & Games App
PBS KIDS Video App
The PBS KIDS Video app gives kids and parents access to thousands of free videos, including full episodes and clips from top PBS KIDS series. Stream the PBS KIDS 24/7 channel on the app for free (no subscription or login required). Tap the “LIVE TV” button to watch what’s airing on your local PBS station right now.
PBS KIDS Games App
The PBS KIDS Games app makes learning fun and safe with amazing games featuring favorites like Daniel Tiger, Wild Kratts, Donkey Hodie, Alma’s Way, and more! Play hundreds of free educational games designed for your child and watch as they learn with their favorite PBS characters.
Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend at Campland on the Bay & Mission Bay RV Resort
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until May 25, 2026
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Campland on the Bay
The Margot Hotel Debuts in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter as One of the First Hotels in Outset Collection by Hilton
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2026
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The Margot Hotel
'Imagine Wild' Now Open at Birch Aquarium!
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until June 30, 2026
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Free with Admission
'Orchids in the Wild'
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until June 1, 2026
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San Diego Botanic Garden
$7 + General Admission for Non-Members
Legacy Week 2026
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until May 25, 2026
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USS Midway Museum
Free with Museum Admission
Discover wildlife on San Diego Bay at Living Coast Discovery Center
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until December 30, 2026
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Living Coast Discovery Center
Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld San Diego
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 10 AM
Ongoing until September 7, 2026
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SeaWorld San Diego
Belmont in Bloom: K-Pop Stars Dance and Sing Along + Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, May 22, 2026 at 11 AM
Ongoing until May 31, 2026
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Belmont Park
Be My Neighbor Day
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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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