Port Discovery kickstarted its 25th anniversary in Baltimore by unveiling a new master plan for the children’s museum that will be implemented over the next five years. A $17.5 million investment will support updates to Port Discovery exhibits that complement existing themes and structures, an expansion of its At Play …
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Local Youth Give Back
It’s that time of year when we reflect on all that we’re thankful for. For these local teens, that’s Baltimore—and they’re giving back. This past June, Philanthropy Tank, a nonprofit organization that aims to prepare eighth- to 11th-grade students by equipping them with funding and professional guidance to tackle social …
Read More »Bookmarked: Exploring Native American Heritage
Check out our November book list from Howard County Library System. To expand text and images, read the digital version of these pages here: https://dmag.baltimoreschild.com/November-2023/index.html
Read More »Family Frights
It’s spooky season! As leaves float down from the trees, frolic with us through this book list that includes something for the whole family — whether you prefer eerie tales or heartwarming autumnal vibes, the only truly ghoulish thing is missing out on these fantastic reads. Board Books “Booook!: A …
Read More »So You Want to Send Your Child to Private School? Here’s What You Should Know
When it comes to education, there is no “one size fits all” option. Every school is different, and the variations between them can be vast. Choosing the right school to meet your child’s needs can be a serious—and sometimes daunting—endeavor. For parents considering private schools, there are a lot of …
Read More »Read for Free Aquarium Admission This Winter
There’s still time to join the school (of fish!) with Read to Reef, a program helping connect Baltimore children’s love of reading with the awesomeness of the depths. Reed to Reef is a program created by the Enoch Pratt Free Library in partnership with the National Aquarium. Children in fifth …
Read More »Too Sick for School?
Education and medicine may seem like two completely different areas of support for a child, but when it comes to children with chronic or complex illnesses, they are more dependent on each other than you’d think. Research on childhood cancer patients during the pandemic showed their academic needs were not …
Read More »Saving Lives One Library Visit At A Time
Baltimore County Public Library (BCPL) recently received a new addition to its library of things. CPR kits, donated by the Baltimore Ravens, will help library customers practice and reinforce their CPR skills so they can be more prepared when it’s time to act. According to the American Heart Association, 436,000 …
Read More »Little Artist Starter Pack
By Kerry Doring, art teacher at Staub Art studio in Catonsville and Anne Arundel County public schools All age groups will benefit from having the basics, like scissors, glue, pencils and good heavyweight (80- 90-pound) drawing paper. Here are some other recommended starter supplies for each age group. Ages 3-5 …
Read More »Poetry to Support Your Child’s Social Emotional Learning
By Laura Shovan When I visit schools in my work as a Maryland State Arts Council Artist-in-Education, I see the value of using poems to get students talking about their feelings. As my friend, middle grade verse novelist Chris Baron, says, “Poetry unlocks the door to the internal landscape.” In …
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