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From towering waterfalls and giant sequoias to family-friendly cabins and stargazing, Yosemite offers an unforgettable escape just a few hours from Los Angeles

Summer Reads

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L.A. Parent Spotlight

L.A. Parent Spotlight

L.A. Parent Spotlight

Confidence, connection and caring adults may matter as much as academics during summer break

On motherhood & entrepreneurship

How did you spend your childhood summers?

12-year-old Juliano Valdi says portraying the young Michael Jackson taught him about the power of discipline

Teams are providing emergency medical treatment, rehabilitation and release efforts

Anyone with the ability to nurture can foster cats in need of a home

Take the kids and travel down L.A.’s own stretch of the historic Route 66

Fresh food, fun and community

Parent-approved beaches offer something for every age and stage

Family-friendly events, exhibits, reading challenges and free activities throughout 2026

This overnight excursion delivers big thrills, cozy glamping and unforgettable family memories

It's Grill Time

Sustainable kids’ clothing brand

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From summer camp and job training to arts programs and mental health services, The Ed Asner Family Center helps neurodiverse individuals and their families thrive.

The district will phase in age-based limits on classroom screen use beginning this fall, with the youngest students seeing the biggest changes

The longtime educator and former acting superintendent will lead Los Angeles Unified as the district focuses on academic achievement, financial stability and student success.

A Blue Zones-inspired spa experience, innovative wellness technology and plenty of family activities

Looking for great summer reads? Discover picture books and middle-grade books that inspire imagination, friendship, kindness and adventure for kids of all ages.

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The new FAMILY MATH Play & Learn app uses interactive games, music and hands-on activities to help children ages 3-5 build early math skills at home.

LA's BEST is now enrolling elementary school students in free summer programs featuring STEM, arts, sports, academic enrichment and hands-on activities across Los Angeles.

Learn when setting boundaries with difficult or toxic parents is healthy, how family estrangement happens and what experts recommend before cutting contact.

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A Los Angeles birth worker explains why today's parents are struggling with burnout, information overload and isolation — and how to find more support.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Los Angeles and Herbalife teamed up for a community soccer event promoting youth wellness, nutrition and summer opportunities.

Things to do

Celebrate Luna Grill's Long Beach opening with a fresh Mediterranean Macro Bowl recipe that's easy to customize for the whole family.

Discover parent-approved toys, outdoor games, travel essentials and educational activities to keep kids learning and having fun all summer long.

Celebrate Pride Month with family-friendly festivals, storytimes, parades, bike rides and community events happening across Los Angeles.

The stars of Our 3 Dads open up about co-parenting, raising twins, welcoming baby No. 3 and redefining modern family life.

No tickets? No problem. Discover free World Cup watch parties, fan zones and family-friendly soccer events happening across Los Angeles this summer.

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Discover handcrafted bubble tea, Vietnamese coffee and refreshing fruit drinks at this family-owned boba shop overlooking Ventura Harbor.

Momentum Academy helps neurodiverse children build confidence, friendships and life skills through adaptive gymnastics, social groups, summer camp and more.

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Dedicated to growing native trees now for future wildfire recovery.

Teen sci-fi stories come to life onstage

Multigenerational merchants, family stories and small-business owners

Meet Teaching Artist Jason Shepherd of P.S. Arts

Students receive gear, clinic and inspiration

The “both/and” of motherhood

Youth Shakespeare program

11 Things to Do

A relaxed space for L.A. dads and their kids to connect

How Holliday’s Helping Hands changes lives

Screen readiness, online safety and healthy technology habits

Sometimes an hour – or two—will do the trick

Little Tokyo, Olvera Street, Leimert Park, Little India, the Sawtelle district and more

A summer of cooking, languages, arts, heritage and more

Sometimes all it takes is a weekend away

All about mom

A spring break trip becomes an exploration of religion and culture

Where summer slows down

Keep kids entertained on the go with screen-free travel ideas

Family travel from road trips to international adventures

Carry-on essentials that can make the trip a lot more comfortable

Stylish accessories, kid-friendly toys, keepsakes and playful picks for families

Teaching courage through surfing in Los Angeles

Teen-led volunteer work

Editor's Note

Observe an eight-elephant herd and learn about conservation in real time

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Supporting Your Child’s Mental Health

Healing powers of a teddy bear

Summer travel

Concerts, Brunch & More

Confidence starts with showing up for yourself

Meet nature’s tiny superheroes

Hotels, entertainment and family fun make Inglewood’s stadium district an easy car-light escape

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A Cedars-Sinai trauma surgeon explains the risks, safest ages, helmet rules and what parents should know before saying yes to an e-bike

What to read

The power of gratitude

What to do

For over 65 years, Villa Esperanza Services has provided education, therapy and support programs for children and adults with special needs in L.A.

See which Los Angeles area schools made the 2026 California Distinguished Schools list and what the recognition means.

Prosperity Market brings a mobile farmers market to Los Angeles, offering fresh produce, Black-owned brands and family-friendly events.

Find the best Easter gifts for kids in 2026, including toys, crafts and fun basket ideas parents will love.

Temple Isaiah launches a new after school program combining childcare, transportation and Jewish learning for L.A. families.

Make a simple, family-friendly Italian pasta with veggie tomato sauce using this easy recipe from L.A.’s Pasta Sisters.

A Los Angeles mom shares how a simple playdough night became a meaningful reminder to slow down and connect with kids.

Discover how daily routines and structure support kids’ emotional growth, confidence and success at home and in school.

An L.A. optometrist shares how to spot eye allergies in kids, prevent irritation and find relief during allergy season.