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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.
Young people share how video games have shaped their childhoods
Young people share their views on social media in their lives
Young people reflect on growing up with screens
Young people reflect on navigating cyberbullying
What teens wish their parents would know about growing up in the digital age
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Child psychiatrist and mom Dr. Willough Jenkins says parents need to talk to their children about digital responsibility and safety — before they start using a smartphone or tablet. -
Social media has become a centerpiece in the lives of adolescents in the digital age. We explore some of the most popular social networks and how they handle parental controls. -
Here are some quick ways parents can get more control and understanding of their child’s screen time. We run through basic parental controls for Apple, Android and other popular devices.
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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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A brain surgeon explains how children’s brains work and how screen time might have an impact on how young brains develop. -
Amy Connor's twin sons were born 10 weeks before their due date. One of her sons needed a blood transfusion that met specific requirements. They eventually found a match. -
After expanding state Medicaid programs to cover people in the country without legal status, Democrats are considering changes that would reduce immigrant access.
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Students have until December 20, 2021, to be vaccinated against COVID-19. -
KPBS Midday EditionA recent update from the San Marcos Unified superintendent about a small number of COVID-positive children attending class in person has underscored the many issues that schools face in keeping track of case numbers among enrolled students. -
Many K-12 school districts are tapping federal funds to pay for regular surveillance testing of students. It's an effective pandemic tactic when used alongside mask-wearing and other precautions.
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This Sunday, Maraya Performing Arts will present a multidisciplinary Filipino performance, and host a blood drive to address health inequity in San Diego’s blood supply. -
The La Jolla Country Day School starts its annual Giving Tree gift drive for foster youth and children from low-income communities. -
Wednesday evening, city of San Diego Lifeguards and other first responders will do a countdown just before the hospital lights go out at 6 p.m., and then signal back and forth with patients and their families inside the hospital windows.
Question of the day
What is your favorite activity to do with the children in your life?
KPBS Kids offers a wide range of programming to educate, enlighten, and entertain families in the San Diego region.
Embark on a journey through the diverse world of KPBS television. From entertaining dramas for the grownups to enriching educational content for kids, your adventure into exceptional programming starts right here.
NPR has science and experts to get you through the toughest of parenting moments. This podcast has episodes that can help.
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.
Town and Country Resort Scavenger Hunt
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 6 AM
Ongoing until August 1, 2025
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Town and Country Resort
Free
Summer Camp at ArtReach Studio HQ
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until August 8, 2025
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ArtReach HQ
$400
Summer Theater Camps 2025, June 2 - August 8
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until August 8, 2025
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Theater for Young Professionals
$250 - $450
Multi-Arts Summer Camps
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until June 27, 2025
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City Heights Music School
$50 - $600
GXRLS ROCK! San Diego Summer Camp Gears Up for 10th Anniversary Summer
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until June 13, 2025
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Montgomery Middle School
$395 - $450
Summer 2025 Kids Art Camp | Class 01B. 'This is Fantastic!' Canada Kerwin & Carmen Baca Barnard | Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until June 13, 2025
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Athenaeum Music & Arts Library
$210 - $230 + $20 materials fee paid to instructor
'SDSU-LARC' Diagora Camps
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until June 27, 2025
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San Diego State University
Summer Camps in French at the Alliance Francaise de San Diego
Monday, June 9, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until August 27, 2025
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Alliance Francaise de San Diego
$299 to $310
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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