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Parents From Harlem To Harare, Physically Punishing Kids Doesn’t Lead To Better Behavior

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Texas at Austin evaluated the effects of physically punishing kids for bad behavior. Continue reading

HYPOTHEkids Youth STEAM Initiative Expands In West Harlem

The Janus Property Company is pleased to announce that HYPOTHEkids (Hk) has expanded from its existing space at Harlem Biospace in the Manhattanville Factory District.Continue reading

Teaching Kids Empathy Can Improve Their Creative Abilities, Study Finds

A new study conducted by researchers from the University of Cambridge has found that teaching kids about empathy can benefit them creatively.Continue reading

Kids’ TV Watching Habits Could Lead To Greater Stress For Parents, Study Finds

Many parents worry about how their kids are affected by too much time in front of screens, but now researchers from the University of Arizona are exploring how parents themselves can be affected by their kids’ screen time.Continue reading

Why Physical Fitness Is More Important Than Ever For Kids

Researchers from the University of Georgia have conducted a study that explores some of the most important parts of physical fitness for young kids.Continue reading

Building Children’s Emotional Resilience Amid Uncertainty From Harlem To Hollis

For parents facing uncertain school schedules, new ways of working, and concerns about the health and safety of their families, living in a pandemic is stressful enough. Continue reading

Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson Joins Nickelodeon To Head Of Nick News And Kids Network

Nickelodeon has named CBS News’ 60 Minutes veteran producer and Emmy and Peabody Award-winner Magalie Laguerre-Wilkinson as Vice President of News Programming for the leading kids’ network, as well as Executive Producer of the recently rebooted Nick News series.Continue reading

Outdoor Read-Alouds, Book Drive For Children In Harlem Shelters

The first day of each month (a.k.a. Literacy Across Harlem Day), Total Equity Now encourages you to #RockThoseReads--carry reading materials proudly and publicly, everywhere you go.Continue reading

Teens And children Across The U.S. Get Inconsistent Treatment For Mental Illness, Study Finds

As more and more children continue to struggle with their mental health, recent studies have pointed to risk factors associated with such symptoms and suggested steps that parents can take to potentially improve mental health. Continue reading

The Challenges Families May Face As Our Kids Go Back To School

Across the city of New York, close to 700,000 children are returning to school, according to the Department of Education. Continue reading

How To Teach A Toddler To Dress On One’s Own

Every kid is different. Your friends have told you how cute their toddlers look when they become independent trying to put on their clothes and eat independently. Continue reading

Nickelodeon’s Nick News Return With Kids, Race And Unity: A Nick News Special Hosted By Alicia Keys

Nickelodeon’s heralded Nick News marks its return with a special hour-long presentation--Kids, Race, and Unity: A Nick News Special, premiering Monday, June 29, at 7 p.m. (ET/PT).Continue reading

Teen Hip Hop Artist Alaya “That Girl Lay Lay” Signs With Nickelodeon

Nickelodeon, the number-one kids’ network, today announced it has signed an overall deal with 13-year-old social media star and hip-hop artist, Alaya “That Girl Lay Lay” High. Continue reading

Nickelodeon And Time Kick Off Search For One Extraordinary Young Leader To Be Kid Of The Year Award

Nickelodeon, TIME and TIME for Kids today announced that submissions have opened for the first-ever Kid of the Year honor, a multiplatform initiative recognizing extraordinary young leaders who are making a positive impact in their communities. Continue reading

Kids From Harlem To Harare To Have Sleep And Behavior Issues When Exposed To Screens

Despite concerns from experts, more toddlers than ever before are exposed to screens from laptops, TVs, or smartphones. A new study found that the effects of such exposure are wide in scope.Continue reading