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A thoughtfully designed classroom—and lesson—should always take into account the known limits of the student brain, says developmental psychologist Karrie Godwin. At some point during the lesson, it was clear that students weren’t paying attention. Some looked past the teacher at the colorful posters lining the wall; others squirmed in their seats, fiddled with their … Continue reading Designing the Ideal Classroom Space

Kids can learn a lot of essential skills with their family: how to tie their shoes, how to ride a bike and — in many homes — how to cook. But just because cooking is an often-important part of daily life, that doesn’t mean it’s always easy to teach kids how to cook. After all, … Continue reading Teaching Your Kids How to Cook? How to Get Started, No Matter Their Age

Philadelphia’s food culture is certainly something to celebrate. But behind the city’s acclaimed restaurants and Michelin-starred chefs is a quieter reality: Many Philadelphians are struggling with nutrition-related disease. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in Philadelphia, and the city has the highest prevalence of diabetes among the nation’s 10 major cities. These conditions … Continue reading Teaching Kids to Cook Is a Public Health Strategy

Have you ever wondered how your family’s favorite video games or apps are made? At first, coding might sound like something for teens or grown-ups, but it’s actually a simple and exciting way to support lifelong learning for young kids. Coding is more than just learning how to work with computers — it’s a way … Continue reading Why Coding Matters for Young Kids (and Why It’s Easier Than You Think)

Finding new ways to keep kids entertained at home can be tough — this year, especially. As colder weather approaches, your child will likely be spending even more time indoors. But being inside doesn’t have to be boring! For many parents, indoor games for kids might mean board games or other sedentary activities. While these … Continue reading 41 Fun Indoor Games for Kids to Play at Home

In a world driven by screens and constant upgrades, the PBS documentary series “Craft in America” offers something quietly radical: a return to making things with care. Since premiering in 2007, the series has documented the creative spirit of Americans through the lens of handmade craft. Nearly two decades later, “Craft in America” feels more … Continue reading Teaching students the value of making with ‘Craft in America’

Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping education faster than many can realize or believe. According to a 2025 report by Microsoft, 86% of education organizations now use generative AI – the highest adoption rate of any industry and an uncharacteristically rapid pace for a sector which has historically lagged behind in technology adoption.   Across educational organizations, AI is moving from experimentation … Continue reading Designing the 2026 Classroom: Emerging Learning Trends in an AI-Powered Education System

Aross the globe, education systems are facing a critical reckoning. Employers report that too many graduates enter the workforce lacking the skills needed to thrive, such as communication, collaboration, and critical thinking. This disparity between the skills students have and the ones employers need can be partially attributed to the traditional “factory model” of education. … Continue reading How to reimagine education for the 21st century

District officials acknowledged that in 12 years, Aleysha Ortiz never received reading instruction or intervention. When 19-year-old Aleysha Ortiz told Hartford City Council members in May that the public school system stole her education, she had to memorize her speech. Ortiz, who was a senior at Hartford Public High School at the time, wrote the … Continue reading This Hartford Public High School Grad Can’t Read. Here’s How it Happened

USParents is seeking volunteer readers and activity partners to join the “Peer to Peer Positive Impact Program”. Seeking tutors of diverse academic, professional, and social backgrounds interested in bringing positive change and making inter-generational connections throughout local communities. The program is for grades 6-12 students. Sessions are held online for 1 or 2 times per … Continue reading Seeking Volunteers