Studies suggest nature can help lower stress and boost attention. Researchers and educators say it can also help kids express creativity.

Here’s a look at the CHOP program helping foster families deal with children’s past trauma and mental health struggles.

Vaccines for hepatitis B and meningococcal disease, or meningitis, are no longer broadly recommended for all kids.

The youngest Philadelphians are hoping the new year brings more playtime, new hobbies and plenty of Pokémon cards.

Dunphy said their beliefs help them be better foster parents. “I truly believe that because of our faith, we’re naturally drawn to a lot of the same things,” she said. “That’s why she and I are ...

The James R. Halsey Foundation of the Arts offers food and clothing assistance and provides counseling to help kids flourish.

A new flu variant, subclade K, is driving an uptick in cases across the U.S. and prolonging influenza seasons in other parts of the world.

Delaware was one of 24 recipients of the federal grant. The money will support the education of struggling kids in grades 4 to 12.

“Wrinkle” has been on the radar at the Arden for years, but it was never pursued because, in part, the story is so complex. “Wrinkle” is an adventure story taking place on different planets that are ...

Here are some of the volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia, from neighborhood cleanups to early literacy training. Plus: a look at Temple University’s major service hub.

Smoking marijuana in public can lead to a criminal charge and up to five days in prison. The proposal would make it a civil violation subject to a fine.

It’s a happy ending for Rex, the wandering wallaby from Williamstown, New Jersey. Owners of Lots of Love Farm said the 3-year-old wallaby was found Tuesday night near the Walmart where he was last ...