Of all the spectacular museums in DC, Smithsonian's National Museum of Natural History is my kids’ favorite! It is the one museum we must visit every time we go to DC even though it doesn’t have a ...

Thanks to a three-year commitment from Celebree Schools, Harford County Public Library's Little Leapers kits are getting a ...

Whether you’re shopping for summertime fun or future holiday gifts, these are the best Prime Day deals for kids toys.

Spark curiosity with National Geographic STEM kits. Kids can explore ant habitats, paint the solar system, and dig into ancient Egypt. Each set includes hands-on activities, learning tools, and ...

Top longevity scientist Eric Topol, author of the new book Super Agers, tells National Geographic which biohacks for a longer life are backed by science—and which you can skip.

Kids today consume far more sugar than recommended, but the effects don’t stop in childhood. New research reveals surprising ways early sugar exposure shapes long-term health.

Research suggests that introducing kids to food allergens early in life can help—but that the same might not be true for other types of allergies. Here's what to know.

Kids are losing fine motor skills—and screens might be to blame From zipping coats to turning book pages, simple tasks are becoming challenges for a generation raised on tablets.

Not all screen time is created equally. Experts explain why quality matters more than quantity and how parents can rethink their rules for devices.

Rates of nearsightedness, or myopia, are skyrocketing in kids—and scientists say it has to do with how little time they’re spending outdoors. Here’s why it’s so good for your vision.