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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.
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San Diego came alive in 2024 with festivals celebrating dance, food, film and quirky traditions. -
From comedies to contemporary classics, these theater productions showcased the variety and talent of the city’s live performance scene. -
The food colorant has been linked to behavioral problems in children, including inattention and hyperactivity. California passed a law to ban it last year.
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In an era of rising book challenges and censorship, learn how one librarian is defending the freedom to read. -
A lawyer sent the city a demand letter alleging that a local mom was discriminated against because the library denied her request to host reading events based on religious and patriotic books. The letter also objects to books with depictions of adult nudity. -
The all-star team won the Mexican national championship last month and is heading to Williamsport, Pennsylvania this week for the Little League World Series.
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The gene-editing technique is effective for treating some illnesses but it's been too expensive to consider it for rare conditions. A new approach in the works could make it more widely available. -
Through her work, photographer Nancy Borowick says she hopes to draw awareness to women's stories, educate Americans and destigmatize the conversation that occurs between doctors and patients. -
Three Tennessee families—and the Biden administration—are challenging the state's ban.
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The Giving Tree connects students in need to people who want to help fulfill their holiday wish lists. -
California has banned bilingual education on and off since the 1800s. The state is now 8 years into allowing it again but still hasn’t managed to get all that many kids into good programs. -
Local ballot measures that fund children's programs passed in several cities and counties in California.
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As the election approaches, San Diego Unified School District created the SD Unified for Democracy project to promote civic discussion and engagement. -
"Severe child food poverty" is on the rise, affecting 181 million young kids. Here's how families cope when their kids are hungry and they can't afford to put 3 nutritious meals a day on the table. -
Here are three things you can do to use books and conversation to help kids get weather ready.
Question of the day
What is your favorite activity to do with the children in your life?
KPBS Kids offers a wide range of programming to educate, enlighten, and entertain families in the San Diego region.
Embark on a journey through the diverse world of KPBS television. From entertaining dramas for the grownups to enriching educational content for kids, your adventure into exceptional programming starts right here.
NPR has science and experts to get you through the toughest of parenting moments. This podcast has episodes that can help.
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.
A season of play at Birch Aquarium
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until January 6, 2025
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
$24.95-$29.95
Giant Pandas at the San Diego Zoo
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 9 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2024
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San Diego Zoo
Christmas Eve at Point Loma Church
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10 AM
Point Loma Community Presbyterian Church
Free
'Above And Beyond'
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10 AM
Ongoing until January 15, 2025
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San Diego Air & Space Museum
The exhibition is included with general admission to the Museum
'Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas!' 2024
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2024
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Old Globe Theatre
$26-124
Puzzling Adventures Oceanside Scavenger Hunt
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10 AM
Ongoing until September 22, 2025
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Puzzling Adventures Oceanside Start and Finish Location
$39.95 with $10 EVENTPASS discount - price per team
Toy Trains Through the Decades: Winter Exhibit
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10 AM
Ongoing until January 5, 2025
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San Diego Model Railroad Museum
$20 admission for children is FREE
Rady Children's Ice Rink At Liberty Station 2024
Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 10 AM
Ongoing until January 5, 2025
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Liberty Station
Be My Neighbor Day 2024
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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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