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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.
The Girls and Women of PBS Kids
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!
Us every Monday morning when we see our coworkers
Happy Birthday KBPS
"You're from where?" - Voices Del Valle podcast
Tips for the first day of school #shorts
Highlights
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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 -
I remind my kids to look for others who might need a friend or a helping hand, particularly at the start of a new school year. I want to raise kids who include the child sitting alone at recess, smile at younger students in the hallway, and include everyone. I also know that it takes practice. Teaching kids about friendship is a good place to start. -
Planning a birthday party can be both exciting and overwhelming for parents and caregivers. In this age-by-age birthday party guide, we're sharing tips, themes, and activities to have a fun event and create lasting memories for everyone — parents and kids! — involved. -
There's a lot of talk about how to monitor screen time for kids. But for kids to have healthy relationships with technology and smartphones, parents need to model good habits. Here's how. -
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.
News
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California is the first state to require food makers to add folic acid, a crucial vitamin, to corn masa flour used to make tortillas and other foods. It's a move aimed at reducing Hispanic infants' disproportionately high rates of rare and severe birth defects. -
An end to birthright citizenship would mean a new layer of bureaucracy for all babies born in the U.S. and could cause delays for health insurance and other benefits. -
Under the bill, social media platforms would be required to create tools allowing people to request that content featuring them as minors be removed.
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Two UC San Diego researchers found evidence that birth rates climbed eight years ago during Trump’s first term. -
The state has repeatedly balked at boosting how much it pays the people who care for society’s mistreated children. -
San Diego, like counties across the country, confiscates the benefits of foster children as reimbursement for their care -- even though there's money already set aside for that purpose.
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The antibody shots are about 80% effective at preventing babies from ending up in intensive care because of RSV. The drugmakers behind them maintain they're safe. -
A 3-year study published in Pediatrics examined newborns in Norway. It found a clear benefit for the baby when mom gets a COVID vaccination during pregnancy. -
The jury agreed that Meta engaged in "unconscionable" trade practices that unfairly took advantage of the vulnerabilities of and inexperience of children. Jurors found there were thousands of violations, each counting separately toward a penalty of $375 million.
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The district’s current policy allows students to use their phones during breaks and lunch. -
Location, schedule and your child’s readiness for school are all factors to consider when choosing between preschool and TK. -
California teachers scored 16 on the Teacher Morale Index, which is based on three questions from the Education Week survey. The morale score for U.S. teachers overall was 13. The scale measures teacher morale from -100 to +100.
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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 children’s book?
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.
PHOEBE & JAY, a new animated series for children ages 3-5, is designed to support early literacy skills for preschoolers by showcasing the various kinds of texts they see in their everyday lives.
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.
Easter in Bloom: Waterfront Dining, Spring Sips & Family Fun at Hilton San Diego Bayfront
Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 7 AM
Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel
Free
'Imagine Wild' Now Open at Birch Aquarium!
Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until May 31, 2026
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Free with Admission
The Flower Fields 2026 Season
Sunday, April 5, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until May 10, 2026
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The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch
General Admission: $17-$27
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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