Thanks to federal funds for child care providers, many child care providers claiming such funds kept their doors open at a time when financially they could not break even. But the funds ran out in September 2023. Now what? Read more
This all started as a class project. They had to research something that would help their school grow, and they chose longer recess times. The 3rd grade Recess Rangers shared their findings with their local school board. Read more
A new outdoor facility will include a 25-yard, eight-lane lap pool with a movable ninja course on top, a large plunge pool with artificial cliffs, a shallow area for water basketball and volleyball, a zero-depth entry pool with spray grounds, water slides, a small lazy river, and a current channel. Read more
Parents, it's time to talk to your child about vaping. Here are some pointers on how parents can broach the topic — and what to do if you find out your child is vaping. Read more
The biophilia hypothesis is the idea humans have an innate need, desire or tendency to connect with life and living things. Biophilic design can take three forms, each of which can improve quality of life for neurodivergent people. Read more
The screeching and roaring and wailing of noisy toys is about to get worse, as new guidelines go into effect April 20 that allow some toys — push and pull toys, specifically — to turn up the volume. Read more
A new measurement called NatureScore provides an interactive map with a snapshot of the amount and quality of nature in neighborhoods across the U.S. Read more
Would you like to create a state-of-the-art playground for your backyard? Teacher Tom has plenty of great suggestions. Read more
