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Why child care costs so much in Minnesota

Why child care costs so much in Minnesota

Minnesota has the third-highest average cost of infant child care in the country. MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about why child care is so expensive, who's affected most and what ideas for solutions are on the table. 
by Angela Davis and Nikhil Kumaran

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Are ‘COVID kindergartners’ ready for school?

Are ‘COVID kindergartners’ ready for school?

More than 3.6 million children born in 2020 amid the COVID-19 global pandemic are walking into elementary schools across the country this fall.
by Vanessa Romo

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How to get your kids ready to go back to school without stress — 5 tips from an experienced school counselor

How to get your kids ready to go back to school without stress — 5 tips from an experienced school counselor

The shift from summer vacation to going back to school can be tough for children and their families. Beyond adjusting to new routines, the transition requires handling a mix of emotions. While some kids might feel excited about new teachers and classmates, others may experience anxiety, sadness or uncertainty about the upcoming school year.

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Born during COVID, starting school now: The challenges facing this year’s kindergarten class

Born during COVID, starting school now: The challenges facing this year’s kindergarten class

They’re five years old and full of surprises — children born during the first months of the pandemic are starting kindergarten! MPR News host Angela Davis and her guests talk about the challenges they may face and how schools and parents can help them thrive.  
by Angela Davis and Cari Dwyer

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How a Minneapolis preschool nurtures a legacy of education and community building

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.
by Kyra Miles

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This family wants to have more babies, but not in a hospital

This family wants to have more babies, but not in a hospital

The Trump administration is encouraging people to have more children, with baby bonuses and tax breaks. But some families who are practicing pronatalism want alternatives to hospital births.
by Katia Riddle

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