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In Our Community
Help your kids become active members of their community! Here's how to help them feel connected to the world around them.
Explore Black Cowboy Culture with Alma’s Way
When we see, hear, experience, or read something new, we learn and grow. Black cowboy culture is not something my family was familiar with before watching this episode of Alma's Way. But this show sparked our curiosity to find out more about it!
Talk About It: How Do Maps Help Us?
Maps can help us in so many ways. Find out how Molly uses a map to see where her friends live and then talk about different types of maps and their uses.
Caring for Each Other
There are helpers all around us, and we can be helpers, too! When we talk with our children about the valuable work of community helpers, we create important moments to express gratitude.
Connecting Children to Their Neighborhoods: Deepening a Sense of Belonging
Getting to know the people in your neighborhood can help your child feel safe and connected in your community. “Sesame Street” offers tips on making new friends and making connections.
“Jamming on the Job” Helps Kids Explore Interesting Careers
Go on a musical adventure with "Jamming on the Job," a new podcast! Christina Sanabria and Andrés Salguero, the music duo known as 123 Andrés, and Beatmaster BoomBox, voiced by Pierce Freelon, find out what people do for work.
Ways to Nurture Interests That Inspire Kids to Explore Their Passions
Discover practical ways that you can recognize your child’s interests, strengths and skills while showing them the possibilities of various careers.
“Rosie’s Rules” Combines Culture, Curiosity, and Comedy
Get a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Rosie, her family, and their relationships and adventures so relatable in this interview with the show's producers.
7 Ways to Share Your Neighborhood With a Friend
When your child’s friends and family members live far away, staying in touch can be a challenge. Instead of simply texting or calling, try some of these creative ideas to help your child share things about their neighborhood with others.
Try Delicious Holiday Food Traditions From Around the World
Many of us treasure our holiday food traditions, they are tied to memories and may have been passed down through the generations. Here are some delicious food traditions enjoyed by families around the world during the holidays!
Seeing Myself and My Community in "Alma's Way"
There is so much power in children seeing themselves on-screen. Here's how one writer felt when seeing herself and her family represented in "Alma's Way."
How to Make the Most of Your Local Library
The public library has more than just books! From STEM games to activity kits to community events, your local library has free resources and information to offer. Check it out!
3 Ways Kids Can Be Heroes in Real Life
“Sparks’ Crew to the rescue!” We love to watch the Sparks' Crew save the day in “Hero Elementary.” But what does it take to be a hero? And how can you help your child take heroic action? Here are three ways your child can be a hero.