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How to Talk to Kids About the Ukraine Invasion

Many kids may be hearing about the situation in Ukraine. Our instincts may be to avoid talking to them about tough stuff on the news, but if we don't, they'll piece it together from other places. Our job is to provide our kids with accurate, age-appropriate information, while reminding them that they are safe and they are loved. Here's how.

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Meet 9 Inspiring Female Musicians Who Can Help Teach Kids About Music and Feelings

Help kids learn about music, culture and even themselves by introducing them to nine women in the music industry from both the past and present.

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Family Math is Everywhere! Webinar for Early Learning Educators

This 60-minute professional development webinar helps educators become familiar with PBS SoCal’s Family Math program, address math anxiety, and learn how to show their students that math is everywhere they look!

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6 Trailblazing Afro Latinas You and Your Kids Should Know

Introduce your kids to a few of the activists, creatives and educators who represent the Afro Latina community to celebrate Black History Month and International Women's Day all year.

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Go for Gold! 6 At-Home Olympic Math Activities for Preschoolers

As we cheer on the Olympians, have a family Winter Olympics at home with these fun challenges, like ice cube bobsleds and sock-skating, that promote sportsmanship and math!

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5 Family-Friendly Things to Do in East L.A., According to a Local Educator

An educator who coaches teachers in her full-time work and trains parents in math and science on the side, talks about her passion for education in her community and shares her favorite family-friendly places to hang out in the greater East L.A. area.

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