Children & Youth News
Develop a budding interest in news pertaining to children and youth. Find information on events, programs, resources, initiatives, products and services targeting children and young adults.
Welcome to The Kingdom of Should: A Special Story for Children on the Autism Spectrum and Their Parents
The Kingdom of Should is an audio story with a therapeutically designed musical soundtrack and several kid-friendly songs for and about children on the autism spectrum. The story shows that one's apparent limitations can be turned into strengths. It also addresses issues like bullying and gluten-free diet as it relates to autism spectrum behaviors. The Kingdom of Should was created by a schoolteacher, a developmental music therapist and a behavioral optometrist. - April 24, 2013 - Land of Can LLC
Foster Parent Assistant Now Available on Android Devices. Allows Foster Parents to Track Information on Their Foster Children.
Foster Parent Assistant allows user to manage information on the foster children in their care. It allows users to track basic information (name, DOB, social worker info, etc.). - April 24, 2013 - Pine Point Mobile Solutions
Superior Grocers Partners with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to Promote Healthy Living and Launch CalFresh Awareness Month
Superior Grocers, one of the largest independent supermarket chains in Southern California, is partnering with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services to promote healthy living and connect the community with CalFresh and nutrition education resources and programs by sponsoring... - April 22, 2013 - Superior Grocers
APEX Bank to Fund Education for 10 Children at SOS Shillong
The Chairman and MD of Apex Bank visit SOS Shillong village on 28th March, 2013. Apex bank, a premier organization has decided to fund education for 10 children at SOS Shillong, the independent, non-governmental, social development organization. Apex bank has initiated this as an endeavour to... - April 20, 2013 - SOS Village
Celebrate the RED Day Initiative with Keller Williams Reality in Los Feliz
Dedicated to honoring the commitment to improving local communities, the Keller Williams Los Feliz location opens its doors to its neighbors, joining tens of thousands of associates from across the United States and Canada on Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the RED Day festivities. This year, the Los Feliz office has chosen the Children’s Hospital Blood Drive, the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank and Operation Blankets of Love as their access to giving back to the community. - April 19, 2013 - Keller Williams Los Feliz
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Sponsors Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony
Sold-out event scheduled for April 18 at the Nokia Theatre in Hollywood - April 18, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Jim Dodson Law Contributes to Bike Safety Rodeo at Douglas Jamerson Elementary
Jim Dodson Law was privileged to participate in Pinellas County’s Safe Routes to School (SRTS) program. All Children’s Hospital will host the bicycle safety rodeo this Saturday, April 20 at Douglas Jamerson Elementary School (DJES), which will educate students on bike safety... - April 18, 2013 - Jim Dodson Law
Sunset Therapeutic Riding Center Benefit
A song, “Walk on CC” has been written and produced to benefit Sunset Therapeutic Riding Center. All proceeds from the purchase/download of the song or video will benefit Sunset TRC. Sunset TRC is a therapeutic riding center where children with special needs gain hope and healing through contact with horses. - April 17, 2013 - Sunset Theraputic Riding Center
20th Anniversary of Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work® Day: A Work in Progress
After 20 years, you’d think the Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work® Day would have grown up, or perhaps even grown old. But the program’s age is similar to that of each group of first-time participating girls and boys and to that of those who participated though the years - the... - April 16, 2013 - Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Foundation
Atlanta Author and Activist Introduces Workshops to Empower Teen Girls with Healthy Self-Worth and Values
The workshops Tracy holds in Atlanta, based around the workbook, have been so impactful to young girls that BP US Oil Holdings has committed to sponsoring them for a second year. This message could benefit teen girls across the country. A perfect fit for school groups and non-profit organizations, Perfect Peach workshops offer a means by which girls can find a real and positive understanding of their worth and avoid the pull to conform to negative and disrespectful influences through bad actions - April 15, 2013 - Tracy Nicole
Peace Love Girls Host a Barefoot Runway Event at Bloomingdales Boca Raton
Peace Love Girls Host a Barefoot Runway Event at Bloomingdales Boca Raton Featuring Local Students to Benefit the Best Foot Forward Foundation. - April 12, 2013 - Peace Love Girls
Ideas Sought Globally to Solve Local Issues
Most innovative idea will receive $25,000 in United Nations supported initiative. - April 10, 2013 - G Adventures
Catherine Lawhorn Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Catherine Lawhorn of Grove City, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of government social services. About Catherine Lawhorn Ms. Lawhorn has over 20 years experience in the field of social... - April 04, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Positive Promotions Announces Winning Schools for 2012 Red Ribbon Week Contest
Each October, Positive Promotions supports the efforts of Red Ribbon Week by sponsoring an annual contest to recognize schools and organizations that celebrate the week in creative ways. Chosen from hundreds of outstanding contest entries, the company is proud to announce and congratulate the winning schools of the 2012 Red Ribbon Week Contest. - April 04, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Brennan Rock & Roll Academy Opening Raises $1.2 Million
Gene Simmons Makes Surprise Guest Appearance During Celebrity-Packed Events. - April 03, 2013 - Brennan Rock & Roll Academy
Funky Divas and Dudes: Giving Children a Platform for Expression, Entertainment and Healthy Development
Funky Divas and Dudes is expanding their influence in Los Angeles by launching a new performing arts camp and partnering with Sports-Champs. - April 03, 2013 - Funky Divas and Dudes
Project Moves Dance Company Airs Anti-Bullying Performance Live Online
Project Moves Dance Company, Inc., the resident company of The Gold School of Dance Art in Brockton, Mass., is proud to present I AM…when being yourself is enough. While the two performances will be held at Bridgewater/Raynham High School in Massachusetts on Friday, April 5, 2013 and Saturday, April 6, 2013 at 7:30 pm, the Company is airing a portion of the show online for their supporters around the world. Tune into www.facebook.com/projectmoves at 8:45 ET on Sunday, April 6th to view. - April 02, 2013 - Project Moves Dance Company
Dancing Dreams Rings the NASDAQ Stock Market Opening Bell
Dancing Dreams, a non-profit that helps children with physical challenges dance, at NASDAQ to ring the opening bell in celebration of their 2013 dance performance "Broadway Babes." The Dancing Dreams performance of "Broadway Babes" takes place Sunday, April 28 at 1:00pm at The Mary Louis Academy in Queens, NY. Broadway actor Dan Domenech of Rock of Ages and MSG Network sports commentator and Dancing Dreams spokesperson Al Trautwig were on hand to ring the bell. - March 28, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
SouthSide Community Center Easter Egg Hunt 2013
A Community Wide Free Event - hosted by the Cheryl Allen SouthSide Community Center at Noon, Friday March 29th. - March 28, 2013 - SouthSide Community Center
Jewish Social Justice Trips to Thailand This Summer
Justifi: Jewish Social Justice will be running three trips to Thailand this summer for 10 days each. The trips will run in May (21st-30th), June (4th-15th) and July (2nd-11th). Founded by Rabbi Jamie Cowland, Justifi is a life-changing social justice program that takes Jewish young professionals... - March 27, 2013 - Justifi
Amazing Spaces® Storage Centers Hosts 15th Year Anniversary Event to Thank Customers and to Fundraise for the Shriners Hospitals for Children
Amazing Spaces Storage Centers, a leading provider of upscale moving and storage solutions, announces their 15th Year Anniversary Event to be held on May 16th, 2013 at 2412 W. Holcombe Blvd. in the Houston Medical Center. The event promises to be fun and unique, the highlight being a "Storage Wars" themed live auction benefiting the Shriners Hospitals for Children in Houston. - March 26, 2013 - Amazing Spaces Storage Centers
ASD Publishing Signs New Authors for Spring
ASD Publishing is pleased to announce the signing of three new authors to the ASD Family. All authors bring unique stories of persistence and fortitude and will have books released digitally in April, 2013. - March 26, 2013 - ASD Publishing
Area’s Largest Indoor Easter Egg Hunt with 30,000+ Eggs
More than 30,000 Easter Eggs filled with 3,000+ pounds of candy will be ready for the 5th annual Pathways Church Indoor Easter Egg Hunt being held on Saturday March 30th, 2013. Each year more than 6,000 people descend on the Pathways Church grounds for age appropriate hunts as well as giant... - March 23, 2013 - Pathways Church
New Children's Self Help Book Series Gives Children Confidence to Overcome Their Fears and Better Succeed in Life! "The Adventures of Tess"
New children's book author, cancer survivor, Pamela Grunstein follows her passion creating a new and unique book series aimed to help children 2-6 years of age overcome various fears and anxieties. The books are narrated by Tess, a stuffed Chihuahua who comes to life around children taking them on an adventure in a fun, colorful, magical and relatable way. - March 21, 2013 - Chihuahua World Inc
National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists Sponsors 2014 Congress of Future Medical Leaders for Top High School Students
The Congress of Future Medical Leaders, sponsored by the National Academy of Physicians and Medical Scientists, will be held in Washington, DC in February of 2014. The conference seeks to equip and support the nation’s top achieving high school students in their pursuit of a career in the STEM subjects. The three-day conference will provide students with access to representatives of elite colleges, demonstrations of future medical technology, and even an opportunity to witness surgery. - March 21, 2013 - The National Academy of Future Physicians and Medical Scientists
The Denan Project Wins Award
The Denan Project wins award in Peru. Plus a summary of the latest news from its other 3 projects. - March 18, 2013 - The Denan Project
Hey Snails to Join Industry Luminaries at Game Developers Conference 2013
Independent game developer Hey Snails Inc. to take part in "the world’s largest game industry event"; industry giants Blizzard Entertainment, Zynga, Ubisoft, among other participants. - March 17, 2013 - Hey Snails Inc.
Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy Partners with Groupon Grassroots to Sponsor a Flight-Training Summer Camp
Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy Partners with Groupon Grassroots to sponsor a Flight-Training Summer Camp, an initiative to extend advanced learning opportunities to economically disadvantaged students. - March 17, 2013 - Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY on Friday March 22: Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on March 22nd, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - March 15, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
When Wishes Come True: The Magic Pork Chop Bone Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated action and adventure juvenile fiction from Bellevue, WA, author Betty Mitchell Block. - March 14, 2013 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
STOMP Out Bullying Named a FOX Sports Supports 2013 Charity Partner
Launches Public Service Campaign Featuring Top Celebrity Athletes - March 13, 2013 - Love Our Children USA
Teen Travel Camp Offers Teenagers the Experience of a Lifetime
ThrillCoaster Tours provides a one-of-a-kind coaster touring experience within six weeks of travel. On the one- and two-week tours, teens and adult counselors not only visit amusement and water parks, but also go on whale watching excursions, hang out at the beach, take in baseball games, and much more. - March 06, 2013 - ThrillCoaster Tours
Canadians Urged to Take Action on Violence in Schools
Letter-writing campaign calls for national action plan to end school-related gender-based violence. - March 06, 2013 - Plan Canada - Because I Am A Girl
A Girl and an Alien Bond Over Their Differences in Oops Was Bullied? Published by Outskirts Press
When a little human meets a tiny stranger from space by chance, they bond despite physical and language barriers. Oops the alien and little Allie become fast friends in Oops Was Bullied? - March 06, 2013 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
Camplified Summer Concert Tour Accepting Artist Submissions for Summer 2013
Camplified creates a daylong interactive fantasy experience where every camper receives an “All-Access Pass” to the festival and kicks off with artists joining campers for full day of sponsor-branded activities before the “The Big Show,” a 90-minute concert at night. The festival experience culminates in post-concert “meet-n-greets,” complete with up-close-and-personal autograph and picture taking sessions with artists. - March 03, 2013 - Hear Here LLC
"Buddy Bear in My First Day Adventures" is Currently in Production and Slated for a Summer Release with "My First Musical Adventure"
John P. Aguirre, Executive producer and creator of, "My First Day With Buddy Bear Adventures" has teamed up with Roland Canamar's Silver Dream Factory Inc to produce an undisclosed number of episodes of "Buddy Bear in My First Day Adventures." The overall deal will include the development of a feature film as well as multiple, half hour episodes of the original, independent children's show developed for the toddler to preschool set. The show is currently repped by Hugh Edwards at Aspect Film. - February 28, 2013 - My First Day Productions
Two Boys Launch Entrepreneurial Start-Up, Then Invited to DJ Their High School Turnabout
Entrepreneurial drive comes naturally for two high school boys in Chicago who launched a start-up DJ business a year ago. One of them is a first-generation Mexican with a 4.0 GPA who takes honors Calculus and Physics. He is going to college to be a Doctor. The boys built their company from scratch, bought their own equipment, and have engagements every week. The business is cash-flow positive and the boys are saving their profits for college. - February 28, 2013 - Health Potion
Sage School Doubles in Size and Moves Onto Larger Campus
Suwanee-based school for children with dyslexia is seeing raising enrollments. - February 27, 2013 - Sage School
Groundswell of Support for Memoir Author Monica Holloway’s Campaign - "Take Back the Face of Autism"
When reports surfaced that the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooter had autism or Asperger's syndrome, autism memoir author Monica Holloway took action. She encouraged those affected by autism to “Take Back the Face of Autism” as part of a Facebook campaign inviting families to post... - February 25, 2013 - Author Monica Holloway
WHY Ranch Official Sponsorship Launch March 1st
White Horse Youth Ranch is the only free horsemanship program for socially-challenged youth in Las Vegas and March 1st marks the official launch of their Sponsorship Program. - February 24, 2013 - WHY Ranch
The Barrio Project, ICDHR and eMediaCampaigns Form Collaborative Partnership
Trio to address youth and adults who externalize behaviors that place self and others at risk. - February 19, 2013 - eMediaCampaigns!
Tallship Institute Offers Summer Camps
The American Tall Ship Institute (ATSI) is now offering EXTREME Explorer camps for the 2013 summer season. Campers will experience the life of a sailor on a tallship, hike the Channel Islands National Park of Santa Cruz Island, and camp on the Island as part of the experience. Camps include learning geology, archaeology, underwater archaeology, and marine science programs. - February 15, 2013 - American Tall Ship Institute
Magic Lice Removal Highlights There Are No Short-Cuts to Head Lice Removal
To get rid of lice, there are no short-cuts other than a quick shave of the head. Combing and time are crucial elements in proper removal. - February 13, 2013 - Magic Lice Removal
NYC Ballerina Jenifer Ringer Will Serve as Artistic Consultant for Dancing Dreams Charity
Dancing Dreams founder and executive director Joann Ferrara named Jenifer Ringer, principal dancer with the New York City Ballet, to the advisory role of Artistic Consultant of the non-profit dance program that gives NYC/metro-area children with physical challenges a chance to dance. Ringer, a... - February 13, 2013 - Dancing Dreams
SEE Marketing Fundraising Event for Operation Smile – Great Success!
SEE Marketing hosted a charity event at The Racks Restaurant and Sports Bar in Houston on January 28, 2013. The Racks generously opened its doors to SEE Marketing offering a hosting location as well as great drink and food deals for all those who attended. Proceeds from the event are being donated to the Operation Smile foundation. - February 06, 2013 - SEE Marketing
Toad Teaches Youth with Autism and ADD to Learn; Children and Teens Smile as They Learn and Frustrated Parents Breathe a Sigh of Relief
Children with ADD, ADHD, Gifted Students, and Autistic children now have a place to go for Academic Tutoring and Social Skills services. - February 05, 2013 - Academia Center 4 Tutoring
Ricky Sinclair Miracle Place Church Reach Out to Youth
Ricky Sinclair knows that growing up in today’s world is a difficult experience. A quick look at headlines reveals the many horrors that occur on a daily basis. From crime to premarital sex to substance abuse, today’s teenagers face a long list of temptations. In order to strengthen... - February 03, 2013 - Miracle Place Church
Celebrate Today’s Educators During Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week 2013
Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week, May 6-10, 2013, is the perfect time to say thanks to your special school team. Positive Promotions offers hundreds of budget-friendly, top-quality recognition gifts that will elevate your celebration to a more notable level while leaving your teachers and staff feeling well appreciated for their dedication to educating others. - February 02, 2013 - Positive Promotions
Superior Grocers to Celebrate Store Re-Grand Opening and Fruits and Veggies Community Mural
Superior Grocers, one of Southern California’s largest independent supermarket chains, will celebrate the re-grand opening of its newly renovated store in Los Angeles on Saturday, February 9, 2013. In conjunction, there will be a special celebration to recognize the first community mural... - January 29, 2013 - Superior Grocers
Fourth Annual “Mardi Gras for Autism” Expects 2,000 Attendees to Raise Funds and Awareness for Autism – Feb. 9
To support autism charities and special education, 2,000 people are anticipated to attend the Bourbon Street 4th annual benefit ‘Mardi Gras for Autism’ featuring The Aquarium of the Pacific’s “Aquarium on Wheels,” Fullerton Union High School’s Circus Club, MMA... - January 21, 2013 - Bourbon Street