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Conversations with an Editor – Autism: Getting a Diagnosis and Taking the First Steps | Ep. 6
Autism diagnoses are more common than ever, but actually receiving the diagnosis for your child can be a long and…
3 Hands-On Astronomy Activities for Kids
Grab some marshmallows, toothpicks and construction paper to learn about the stars and planets at home.
7 Places To Learn About Astronomy Virtually
Attend a star party without leaving home, chat live with a local astronomer, and find astronomy activities and crafts for families.
Playtime: Should You Always Say “Yes” to Playing With Your Kids?
Sometimes, child’s play is the opposite of what you want to do. You don’t want to say “No,” but you don’t want to say “Yes.” So what’s the right answer?
Astronomy for All: How Plano’s John Wagoner Is Bringing Science to Underserved Kids
One slideshow at a time, John Wagoner is teaching kids about space, fighting sexism in STEM and giving kids the confidence to pursue science.
Seeing Stars: Teach Kids About Astronomy
Take some time to hang out in your backyard or out where you can view the stars while you teach your kids about astronomy.
Pandemic Parenting – COVID and the Gender Gap | Ep. 5
Parents everywhere are trying to take care of their kids while working from home, and those are the lucky ones….
School Colors: Racism in Education—and How to Stop It
We got together with three DFW moms (via Zoom) to talk about racism in education and what we can do to change things.
How To Make A Time Capsule With Your Kids
Did you make a time capsule as a kid? Consider making one with your kids now! We have all the details on what you’ll need and what you’ll do.
97 Interesting Historical Markers in Dallas-Fort Worth
Interested in the history that surrounds the DFW area? Check out these historical markers that highlight noteworthy locations, events, people and more.
Pandemic Parenting – What is Happening with Schools? | Ep. 4
Summer is almost over, but like just about everything in 2020, that doesn’t mean what it used to. The COVID-19…
Pandemic Parenting – Expanding Your Family | Ep. 3
This week on the DFWChild podcast, we’re talking about expanding your family. How COVID-19 is affecting pregnant moms, what you…
An Overview of TEA’s On-Campus Instruction Guidelines for 2020-2021
Recently, the Texas Education Agency (TEA) announced updated guidelines for Texas public schools for the upcoming school year.
Why Paulina Flores Loves Grand Prairie
See why this mom of five loves her Grand Prairie neighborhood.
Pandemic Parenting – Mental Health | Ep. 2
While reporting on several different topics regarding pandemic parenting for this podcast the one thing that has come up in…
Why We Should Teach Kids To See Color
Despite what many of us were taught, experts say racial colorblindness is NOT the way to raise anti-racist kids—in fact, it can do more harm than good.
Diversity Series: Parenting Lessons on Race
Jenay Sherman gave us her perspective on being “colorblind,” advocating for her four sons in our current world and why ignoring race doesn’t hold answers.
Pandemic Parenting – Reopening Your Life | Ep. 1
As states start to reopen in the midst of the global COVID-19 pandemic, parents face tough challenges trying to decide…
4 Patriotic Fourth of July Crafts
Get the kids involved this Independence Day with some patriotic crafts!