KIDS

Because believe it or not, not everyone wants to have kids.

Wednesday is officially recognized as the iconic doll’s birthday, and it appears Barbie is aging like fine wine.

There can understandably be some hesitancy among parents of young kids who are thinking about enrolling in their kid in a school before they reach kindergarten age.

Parenting experts and authors Jenn Granneman and Andre Sólo share why highly sensitive kids are some of the most empathetic people, and highest achievers.

Ibrahim Urs lost his sister, her husband and his two nephews in the Turkey-Syria earthquake.

The author of "The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness" explains how we can help our children to create a happy life.

With many families struggling to heat homes or feed children, presents are "on the backburner".

Fans have partied in the centre of European capitals, but some of the celebrations have turned ugly.

Operation Santa has helped deliver gifts from Ol' Saint Nick to kids of all ages. And over the years, the process has moved online.

The Autumn Statement was a mixed bag for people in Southend-on-Sea, where many are living on the brink.

The company that makes the toy Tesla Cyberquad for Kids has recalled the ATV, citing safety concerns. The ATV, made by Radio Flyer, is a miniature replica of the Tesla Cyberquad, a concept vehicle presented in 2019 at the unveiling of the Cybertruck. #Recall: @RadioFlyer Recalls About 5,000 Cyberquad for Kids, Due to Violations of Federal Safety Standard for All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs) and Risk of Injury; Sold Exclusively Online by @Tesla. pic.twitter.com/CPRRH0Ztqu — US Consumer Product Safety Commission (@USCPSC) October 27, 2022The Consumer Product Safety Commission said on Thursday that Radio Flyer has recalled the Cyberquad for Kids due to violations of federal safety standards that apply to all-terrain vehicles. Consumers can obtain a full refund by removing the product’s motor controller and sending the controller back to Radio Flyer via a prepaid envelope.

A sloth is a mammal that resembles a monkey resides largely in forests around Central and South America.

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Son and Daughter Day is celebrated on Aug. 11, and it is the perfect reminder for parents to spend some quality time with their children.

Since back-to-school is here, some may get a little anxious about the first week of school whether is their first or last one.

Heavy rains cause flooding in Phoenix and Reno

The Florida Department of Health in Orange County is offering free school immunizations for kindergarteners and seventh graders at an event on Saturday.

This mom of three moved to Argentina in 2009. Just as they arrived, her son broke his leg, and she paid nothing for his care.

Two white-nosed coatis have made their debut at the Brevard Zoo and are now part of the coati band, according to the zoo’s website.

FLIP Circus is coming to Orlando from Sep. 5 through Sept. 25 to celebrate the great American circus tradition, the circus said.

Since back-to-school season is returning, here is a list of events happening around Central Florida that would help kids prepare to go back to the classrooms.

Ex-Wales winger Lenny Woodard says some players can't face telling loved ones about their illness.

Five new schools are opening in August in Orange County, adding student capacity in growing areas of the county.

I love buying affordable groceries to satisfy the picky eaters in my family. I like to pick up chocolate-chip brioche, minced garlic, and pancake mix.

The Duchess of Cambridge Kate Middleton is an amazing mother to her three young children, and manages to look amazing no matter what.

Dr. Elie Hessel, a pediatric psychologist at Nemours Children’s Health, said it’s important to talk to your kids in age-appropriate language and help give them a sense of control by involving them in getting ready for any approaching storms.

Life-saving generic drugs with low profit margins getting harder to procure; Students and parents from five Chicago high schools getting sent to college for free; Opera star Jonas Kaufmann speaks with Norah O'Donnell.

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Limiting the amount of time we spend glued to our electronic devices can be hard for adults, and it’s especially tough for kids, who often use screens for school, fun and everything in between. But as Consumer Reports explains, the same companies that create these addictive devices are offering new ways to limit screen time, giving parents some much-needed control.

Trader Joe's makes mom life so much easier. I've been shopping there for my three kids for years, and I love the easy frozen entrées and seasonings.

Prince Harry talks about the "chaos" of fatherhood and the influence of his mother Diana.

On any road you’ll see dozens of signs — stop signs, street signs, speed signs — but you’ve never seen signs as sweet as these. Photos: Central Florida students design bike iconsExpand Autoplay Image 1 of 9 Central Florida students create bike icons (WFTV.com News Staff)“I was originally going to draw a person on there but I’m too bad at drawing people, so I just drew a cat,” said Heidi Erickson, a fifth-grader at Bentley Elementary School. The Florida Department of Transportation asked students at four Central Florida schools to create a bike icon. “They took me outside to see it and I was super excited,” said Fatima Rodriguez, a fifth-grader at McCoy Elementary School. The other two schools with winners are in Brevard County — at Fair Glenn Elementary School and Viera Elementary School.

One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.

President Joe Biden tells US troops in Poland that global democracy is at risk amid Ukraine war.

Whether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.

Dr. Mia Taormina, an infectious disease expert, says of the pandemic two years later: "I actually think that we are in a very good place right now."

Life's never boring with 10 kids, but I've been surprised by how little they need, how much wear-and-tear they cause, and how quickly they grow up.

I hope you can find kids to hang out with who aren't quite so overwhelming, and who will give you all the time you need to get to know them, and for them to get to know you.

The husband of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg is taking aim at state legislation that would prohibit school districts in Florida from encouraging classroom discussion about sexual orientation or gender identity in primary grade levels.

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan said his thoughts were with those affected by the "terrible incident".

As the now common practice of paying college athletes continues to spread, a group of University of Illinois boosters aims to give the money chase a do-gooder twist.

Bronzeville, Roseland shops offer representation and literacy: “Our children, they need to see books, they need to see that they’re represented by books.”

Five things you need to know about the coronavirus pandemic this Christmas morning.

The 16th annual Posada for Immigration Reform began outside the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services office Friday with a man and woman portraying Mary and Joseph, acting out scenes that depicted themes in Mary and Joseph’s journey that translate to current issues with the U.S. immigration system.

The "love of my life" is now married to someone else and expecting, and it's hard to stop wishing the worst for them all.

Our children may not have been near the most recent school shooting (or the one before that, or the one before that), but they are still traumatized.

Save 20% off this charming Christmas countdown toy set inspired by The Mandalorian

Three sprawling estates have been part of a social experiment to improve education for children.

Here's where you can get your kids, age 5 and up, their COVID-19 shot.

Orange County is now expanding its vaccination site at Barnett Park to include hours geared toward providing jabs for children in the newly approved 5 to 11-year-old age range.

More children in the community will see gifts under their Christmas trees thanks to the efforts of local law enforcement agencies.

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

A spouse needing care and 'incapable of physical intimacy' leaves a letter-writer struggling with feelings of emptiness and resentment.

“This isn’t about turning kids into great musicians, but making them happy and better people.”

Good morning, Chicago. Here are some of the top stories you need to know to start your day.

All-star Russell Westbrook is gone, but Washington puts hope in new, solid players.

How are schools managing with Covid, a month into the new term?

Parenting in tough times is tough. Melissa Wenner Moyer, Dr. Traci Baxley and others offer some guidance.

Inquests have opened into the deaths of a woman and three children found dead at a house in Derbyshire.

There are preventative measures parents can take when it comes to inoculating their kids for these challenges, as well as other online situations that they will inevitably encounter.

I’m not always the best “get on the floor and play” kind of mom, but any time one of my kids wants to bring me a book, I’ll drop what I’m doing in favor of some cuddles and reading time.

The Pullman factory strike of 1894 that led to the establishment of Labor Day as a national holiday.

As many Americans get ready to head back to the office, some working parents are wondering who will watch their kids who have been with them while they worked from home during the pandemic. Adriana Diaz found one e-commerce company with a creative solution: make every day "take your child to work day."

The Concussion Legacy Foundation launched a campaign urging parents to keep kids away from tackle football until they're 14-years-old.

As concerns over coronavirus in the classroom grow, top pediatricians are urging doctors to not give the COVID-19 vaccine to children under the age of 12.

Waukesha is the only eligible district in Wisconsin that plans to opt out of the universal meal plan — a decision met with calls, petitions and rallies.

COVID-19 vaccine mandates are coming. The willfully unvaccinated are about to see their world shrink.

The North Carolina camp teaches about race and helps kids open up about their own experiences.

Think of the coronavirus pandemic as a "jump start" to your hurricane season preps, according to a pediatrician.

Track and field and swimming are among the team sports that might be best for children with autism.

There’s a new friend in the neighborhood!“ Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood,” that is.

But if you’re in need of more ideas, how about this one: Have you tried taking your kid golfing? Depending on which part of the country you golf, other wildlife such as deer and alligators can also easily be present on a golf course. On a side note, you don’t have to have your kid hit EVERY shot. Golf courses know the value of introducing the game to youngsters, and thus, will often offer heavy discounts for kids to play, if they even charge them at all for a round. Some golf courses also will offer discounts for families who want to play.

Its not just your child you have to consider when you think about whether to send that son or daughter back to child care. If you have an elderly, live-in parent, for example: That might be a reason to think about keeping your kid away from a day care center, said Dr. Pamela Ponce, a pediatrician with Orlando Health Physician Associates. But for some working parents, day care might be inevitable. Ponce said thats OK.You chose your day care for a reason, she reminded parents. Your child care situation seemed clean, safe to you and reliable.

If it goes off as planned, this will mark the first mission involving astronauts from U.S. soil since 2011. Still, NASA astronaut Bob Behnken has said he and Doug Hurley are “really comfortable” with the risks. So you’re making educated guesses, at best.”It seems there’s just more uncharted territory when it comes to space travel. “The first astronauts really started out as test pilots,” Garfinkle said. But assuming this launch goes well, “It would be great for kids to see a successful, triumphant moment of science,” Fink said.

The Brevard County Parks and Recreation Department has canceled all summer camp programs out of an abundance of caution to prevent the spread of coronavirus. The department said in a news release the Parks and Recreation sites will still provide breakfast and launch for children under 18 beginning June 1. Food will be served Monday through Friday. Breakfast will be served from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m., and lunch will be served from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

With the summer season quickly approaching, many parents are having conversations about summer camp but in the midst of cornavirus the questions remains if camps are still happening at all and, if so, what will they look like during a pandemic. He tells News 6, his oldest son went to camp last summer, and that he and his wife were hoping that opportunity would still be available this summer. He said, when they reached out to the Growing Together Academy about summer programs. Trimble said summer camp for his son will include more STEM related activities, and projects where it’s easier to social distance. The city of Winter Springs announced their summer programs have been cancelled opting to do things virtually.

A mother of two mindlessly picked up a paintbrush in late March, and started painting the cover of one of the books she had read to her children earlier in the day -- and said she incorporated some “cartoonified” coronavirus themes, to try to make the situation less scary.

How much do you remember, or what have you retained, from high school?

Thankfully, with the help of actor Will Smith, some of America’s little people are getting a chance to ask Fauci those big questions. “Can the tooth fairy still come if I lose my tooth because of coronavirus and can she catch the virus?” Ava asked Fauci. Fauci guaranteed Ava that the tooth fairy is pretty much immune to the coronavirus. I don’t think you need to worry about the tooth fairy," Fauci replied. Another little one asked Fauci what COVID stands for, while others asked how long they can expect to have to stay home and whether it’s safe to go out or a walk.

Nat Geo for KidsSite address: www.kids.nationalgeographic.comWhat it does: Kids learn about geography and fascinating animals. Into the BookSite address: www.reading.ecb.orgWhat it does: Through playing games, kids can practice reading strategies. SuessvilleSite address: www.seussville.comWhat it does: Allows kids to hang out with Dr. Seuss and his friends, all while playing games and reading. PBS KidsSite address: www.pbs.orgWhat it does: Kids can learn while hanging out with their favorite PBS characters. Highlights KidsSite address: www.highlightskids.comWhat it does: Allows kids to read, play games, learn random facts and do activities such as crafts and recipes.

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Nat Geo for KidsSite address: www.kids.nationalgeographic.comWhat it does: Kids learn about geography and fascinating animals. Into the BookSite address: www.reading.ecb.orgWhat it does: Through playing games, kids can practice reading strategies. SuessvilleSite address: www.seussville.comWhat it does: Allows kids to hang out with Dr. Seuss and his friends, all while playing games and reading. PBS KidsSite address: www.pbs.orgWhat it does: Kids can learn while hanging out with their favorite PBS characters. Highlights KidsSite address: www.highlightskids.comWhat it does: Allows kids to read, play games, learn random facts and do activities such as crafts and recipes.

Here are some of the best ways to keep your kids healthy, both mentally and physically, over the upcoming holiday breaks.