Day After Government Reopens, D.C. Student Reflects on Recent Visit to Capitol Hill
The longest federal government shutdown in history—lasting 43 days—did not stop the members of the National Student Council (NSC) from making their voices heard.
David...
Baltimore’s Child Wins 8 Parenting Media Association Awards in 2025
Baltimore's Child won eight awards—four of them gold—at the 2025 Parenting Media Association Awards, which honors achievements in parenting journalism across the United States....
Baltimore’s Maryland Science Center Celebrates 50 Years of Hands-On Education
When the Maryland Science Center first opened its doors in 1976, Baltimore’s Inner Harbor was not the tourist destination that it is today. The...
The Best Tips for Back-to-School Prep
Don’t look now, school is just around the corner. The dog days of summer are here: Kids are enjoying lazy days at the pool,...
What Age Can a Child Be Out Without a Parent?
The Japanese docu-series “Old Enough!” follows children ages 2 to 5 as they navigate the city on their own. The kids toddle to the...
Dads in Politics
As Father’s Day approaches, kids across the country will make gifts, write cards and prepare to shower the patriarch or patriarchs of the family...
5 Towns to Explore in West Virginia: Weekend Trips for Families
In West Virginia, there remains something that does not exist in most of the rest of the country, especially in the East: under-traveled beauty.
The...
The Family-Friendly Workplace: Inside and Out
If you’re a working parent, you are doing your best to be present for your family while managing, or perhaps growing, your career.
That’s no...
The Role of Child Life Specialists
Serving a Unique Role in Helping Children and Families Cope With Medical Experiences
There are probably few things that are more stressful for parents and...
Off the Beaten Path: Niche Summer Camps for Your Adventurous Learner
A traditional overnight camp experience with cabins by the lake, s’mores around the campfire, friendship bracelets and team-building activities may not resonate with every...
