Kids

The Pasadena repository of wonder is staying open longer on Fridays and Saturdays; bubble-based activities, and more, awaits.

Calling cardboard-minded makers: A giant new exhibition space, devoted to crafts, classes, and more, just popped up in Santa Monica.

“Adventures in Nature” Day Camp, a virtual experience brimming with science fun, begins July 6.

Louisville, Kentucky student D’Corey Johnson wowed the internet recently with a viral performance of the National Anthem on his school’s morning announcements. D’Corey and mom Nakia told us about his influences including Whitney Houston, Tina Turner and Jennifer Hudson before singing for us!

New data shows the nearly 49,000 new cases of reported pediatric COVID-19 cases last week was the lowest weekly total since late October.

The CDC has issued new guidance for summer camps.

In a video with more than 65 million views @camifrobabe on TikTok, 2-year-old Camille says a tearful goodbye after spending time with her Papiére, Tony. Camille, Tony and mom Colette sat down with LX News’ Ashley Holt to talk about their roles as internet joy spreaders.

An animal therapy program in California is using rescue horses to help at-risk children in Los Angeles overcome their trauma. The Huntington Beach, Calif.-based program, called Free Rein, uses formerly wild horses that might otherwise be destined for a slaughterhouse to connect with children struggling with violence, abuse and grief.

Pediatricians have seen the mental health impact firsthand and are saying that cases of anxiety and depression among kids are on the rise

For young children struggling to adapt to the stress of a year-long pandemic, experts say try using toys to process feelings, build emotional health and foster communication.

Local prosecutors, police and school officials on Wednesday announced the creation of an app aimed at aiding students who have recently experienced trauma that may be affecting their behavior and performance at school.

As the coronavirus pandemic takes a mental toll on young people, more states are considering expanding opportunities for students to take mental health days to try to lessen stigma and reduce youth suicide

Whether it’s a tablet, an iPhone, or a computer, a lot is at our disposal. With the pandemic not losing speed and restrictions still holding strong, it’s easy to find yourself idling in front of these device types longer than usual. But longer times in front of the screen doesn’t necessarily bode well for your health. Melissa Lorang, a...

A high school senior in California has started his own nonprofit to help other kids learn about science through experiment kits. 17-year-old Ahmed Muhammad stopped by LX News to talk about how he started the youth-led program Kits Cubed.

Kids are invited to create the Pasadena bookstore’s newest official bookmark. The prize? A $50 gift card to the Colorado Boulevard landmark of literature.

Two 12-year-old brothers from Connecticut have created a solution to a common Christmas problem – falling ornaments. Ayaan and Mika’il Naqvi joined LX News to talk about their invention of the “ornament anchor” and how their small business is helping homeless pets.

The two New York City kids who allegedly took one of their parents’ Range Rover on a 130-mile joyride were trying to make it to their grandfather’s house in Florida, police sources tell News 4. The cousins, 12 and 7, were reported missing Monday morning from their Ozone Park homes. But they were found safe a few hours later, along…

Children across the country may also be feeling the stress of the presidential election. NBCLX’s Clark Fouraker walks us through the conversations we should be having with kids about the election and tips for keeping your family calm during these stressful times.

The Alphabet Rockers are a children’s hip hop group based in Oakland, California, that are turning their music and dance performances into an anti-racism course curriculum.

Georgia mom Jana Coombs tapped into the feelings of many parents on social media when she shared a heartbreaking image of her son in tears on his first day of online kindergarten. She joined LX News to discuss her own family’s struggle with online education and the way she has banded together with some other parents to make it better...