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KPBS Families Hub
Welcome to KPBS Families Hub. This is the place to find news, information and resources to help you make decisions about the children under your care and support you in your family adventures.
The Helping Heart Girls Save the Planet!
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The Girls and Women of PBS Kids
A San Diego mom’s guide to sticking with a grocery budget
The world is full of clues, you just have to use your senses to find them!
KPBS is looking for families in San Diego to tell us their story about making ends meet
The all new Denny Sanford Elephant Valley at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park opens in 2026
Highlights
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Premieres Monday, June 15, 2026 at 3 p.m. + Thursday, June 18 at 3 p.m. + Sunday, June 21at 3 p.m. + Wednesday, June 24 at 3 p.m. + Saturday, July 4 at 4 p.m. + Saturday, July 4 at 8:30 p.m. on PBS KIDS. Molly and Tooey learn it's America's 250th birthday! But, hasn't Qyah been around longer than that? When they can't find the information online, Molly and Tooey join Nina and Olin on a cave exploration to find out how old Qyah really is! -
Broadcast schedule begins Monday, July 13, 2026 - Monday, Aug, 31 at at 12:30 p.m. on KPBS TV + KPBS Kids. In a musical, Alma visits an Oz version of the Bronx. She meets familiar friends on a quest to have their questions answered by the Rubber Band Wizard. -
This list of books featuring diverse characters and highlighting the importance of diversity in communities is a great way to start conversations about diversity with your young children. Read them together as a family! -
Children can find inspiration to engage their imagination over the summer. Grownups can harness this creative thinking by giving young children the time, space and independence to try new ideas, says The National Association for the Education of Young Children. But these learning experiences are also essential for preventing the “summer slide,” or the loss of math and other academic skills over the summer when children are not in school. -
The guide explains school choice opportunities and enrollment deadlines, what’s available for after-school care, school performance data in an easy-to-use format and much more. Published in English and Spanish and is available at https://vosd.org/schools -
It can be tough to navigate relationships when our friends start having kids. This guide can help both parents and child-free folks figure out how to stay connected in a new life stage.
News
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With Tuesday's approval, the city will begin 30 days of public outreach before enforcement goes into effect, followed by a 60-day warning period before citations will be issued. -
The board approved a resolution Tuesday that kicks off a review of classroom technology use. Still, some parents say it doesn’t go far enough. -
When extremists began protesting LGBTQ+ inclusive policies at school boards in Temecula, Chino and beyond, this group of mothers dug in to fight back.
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Two UC San Diego researchers found evidence that birth rates climbed eight years ago during Trump’s first term. -
In an era of rising book challenges and censorship, learn how one librarian is defending the freedom to read. -
The state has repeatedly balked at boosting how much it pays the people who care for society’s mistreated children.
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In 2024, county hospitals recorded 865 emergency department visits and 186 hospitalizations related to e-bike-related accidents.
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Kids' screen use goes way up in the summertime. And just as the movie Toy Story 5 portrays, that can be problematic for children. Here are tips for parents to help their kids manage screens and have fun IRL this summer. -
Nara Organics has issued a voluntary recall for all lots of the product sold online at Nara.com and Target.com and in Target stores, from July 2025 through June 2026.
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District leaders said that while technology remains an important learning tool, excessive screen time and passive digital media consumption can "negatively impact attention, academic performance, sleep, social-emotional development, and overall student well-being." -
School funding in California steers a lot to wealthy districts and to those with high-needs students. Those in the middle get a lot less. -
The board’s 2023 decision left students without access to six mental health clinicians and a suicide prevention program for four months, according to the report.
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Can't get to Los Angeles Stadium in Inglewood? You can visit a Lego version of it in Carlsbad — along with Lego players and a Lego replica of the FIFA World Cup trophy. -
Quinceañeras are pricey, averaging almost $30K, but for many parents, it’s an important milestone marking a transition from childhood to adulthood. It’s also an opportunity to connect with culture, friends, family and faith. We spoke to families in San Diego to find out how they are affording them. -
Quinceañeras are pricey, averaging almost $30K, but for many parents, it’s an important milestone marking a transition from childhood to adulthood. It’s also an opportunity to connect with culture, friends, family and faith. We spoke to families in San Diego to find out how they are affording them.
Question of the day
What was the funniest family vacation memory you have?
We’re exploring the real cost of living in pricey San Diego County. Explore our new series.
This video series chronicles KPBS Video Journalist Mikey Damron's personal youth sports journey and provides insight from coaches, trainers and doctors about what parents should know about sports and safety.
ScreenTime is an interactive web hub that provides useful information to families so that they make their own decisions on how to manage technology in their daily lives.
KPBS Kids offers a wide range of programming to educate, enlighten, and entertain families in the San Diego region.
CARL THE COLLECTOR is a 2D animated series for children ages 4-8 that follows the everyday adventures of Carl, a warm-hearted autistic raccoon who enjoys collecting things and loves his friends and family in Fuzzytown.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Finding child care can be a challenge. The YMCA of San Diego County is a great place to start for information on choosing a child care provider and for resources. https://www.ymcasd.org/family-resources/child-care-referrals
The San Diego Regional Center is a private, non-profit 501 c (3) organization that contracts with California to provide services to persons with developmental disabilities (intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or other disabling conditions similar to intellectual disabilities) living in San Diego and Imperial counties. https://www.sdrc.org/
The KPBS events calendar is San Diego's premiere destination for a diverse selection of local events, curated by KPBS staff and through user-generated submissions, including a special section dedicated to families. You can see the entire calendar here or select the “Family” event category.
KPBS explored this topic in its web series “Where’s My Village.” Two resources from that episode that will help you get started in your daycare business are:
You can watch “Where’s My Village” here.
You can watch “Where’s My Village” here.
There are multiple ways you can watch PBS Kids’ award-winning shows:
- For people without cable, you can tune into Channel 15.4 for the 24 hour PBS Kids channel.
- On cable, KPBS Kids – Cox 809; Spectrum Cable 1276.
- We also feature Kids programming on our main channel from 6am to 1pm Monday through Friday (KPBS 15.1, Cox 11, Spectrum 1221).
- You can also watch on the PBS KIDS app.To download the PBS KIDS app, please visit the app store on your device and search for PBS KIDS. In the app, your child can play videos and games, and listen to songs.
Email news@kpbs.org with your news story idea. The KPBS newsroom editors will review your suggestion and may assign a reporter to follow up.
PBS Kids Video & Games App
PBS KIDS Video App
The PBS KIDS Video app gives kids and parents access to thousands of free videos, including full episodes and clips from top PBS KIDS series. Stream the PBS KIDS 24/7 channel on the app for free (no subscription or login required). Tap the “LIVE TV” button to watch what’s airing on your local PBS station right now.
PBS KIDS Games App
The PBS KIDS Games app makes learning fun and safe with amazing games featuring favorites like Daniel Tiger, Wild Kratts, Donkey Hodie, Alma’s Way, and more! Play hundreds of free educational games designed for your child and watch as they learn with their favorite PBS characters.
Musical Theater Summer Camps
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until August 7, 2026
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Theater for Young Professionals
$250-$450
Summer Camp 2026
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until July 31, 2026
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ArtReach
$120/day
Utopia: Imagining a Perfect World Camp at MCASD
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until July 17, 2026
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego: La Jolla
$400 - $450
Weeklong Summer Camps: Utopia: Imagining a Perfect World (Ages 7 – 9)
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until July 17, 2026
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Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (La Jolla)
$400 - $450
Bay Club Summer Camps - Open to Everyone
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 8:30 AM
Ongoing until August 24, 2026
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Bay Club Carmel Valley
Early-bird pricing available. Members always save 25%. Visit website above for details.
VBS Day Camp
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until July 17, 2026
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St. Peter’s-by-the-Sea Lutheran Church
$110
San Diego History Summer Camps
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until July 24, 2026
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San Diego History Center
$275
Summer Spectacular at SeaWorld San Diego
Monday, July 13, 2026 at 9 AM
Ongoing until September 7, 2026
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SeaWorld San Diego
Be My Neighbor Day
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A parent and child meet Katerina Kittycat at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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A family visits the Words Alive booth at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families sing and dance with Ralph of Ralph's World at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Katerina Kittycat and Daniel Tiger pose for a photo at "Be My Neighbor Day" across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Children sing and dance with Ralph of Ralph's World at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families make garden markers with KPBS Kids at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families sit to enjoy live performances on the field at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Alan Prohaska, PNC Bank Regional President of Greater San Diego, shares a Daniel Tiger story at "Be My Neighbor Day" across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families make art by rubbing leaves with Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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A young child greets Daniel Tiger at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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