Early Childhood

How a Minneapolis preschool nurtures a legacy of education and community building
For almost 150 years, Pillsbury House in Minneapolis has provided a safe space for children and families to learn and grow. MPR News went to its early education center to see how Pillsbury is adapting to a changing world for youngsters and their adults.
Talking with kids about politics: Parenting in polarized times
MPR News guest host Catharine Richert and her guests explore how parents can talk with their kids about politics without anger, divisive rhetoric and polarization.    
Trump cuts gut family nutrition education program in Minnesota, slash 60 jobs
Funding for SNAP-Ed, the educational piece of the nationwide federal food assistance program, was completely eliminated in the massive Trump administration spending bill recently signed into law. One local leader says it will cause serious harm to Minnesota families.
The health of U.S. kids has declined significantly since 2007, a new study finds
A new study in the journal JAMA finds the health of America’s children has worsened across several key indicators over the last two decades. That includes the number of children with chronic diseases.
American kids have become increasingly unhealthy over nearly two decades, new study finds
A new study shows that the health of U.S. children has deteriorated over the past 17 years, with kids today more likely to experience obesity, chronic diseases and other problems.
As women have far fewer babies, the U.S. and the world face unprecedented challenges
Far more families are choosing to have fewer — or no — children. Many countries, including the U.S., now face a rapidly aging population that could begin to shrink.