If your student is struggling in the classroom, it might be time to consider additional help and resources. Birgit Hess, instructor and owner of Kumon Math and Reading Center of the Woodlands – West, discusses the Kumon method on Houston Life.

Funtastik Labs just opened their second location in Sugar Land, and the new STEAM-focused space is sure to be a hit with the whole fam.

It's hard to believe, but we're already less than a month away from the start of the new school year. Now's the time to get your kids on track with those doctor check-ups and appointments - including a trip to the dentist.

Meet Julian Collins, a local student turned heart hero. He recently raised $1,080.57 for the American Heart Association. He even donated his money that he received from making the honor roll.

This happened last year and is a part of a series where we are looking back at viral videos.

An organization that works with children and teens by helping them to transform their lives through education and workforce development is speaking to KPRC 2 about five children who stole car and lead police on a chase.

Local mom Brittany Franklin knew she wanted to upgrade her home, but instead of moving into a new place, she and her husband decided to focus on making their current home work better for them. So they upgraded virtually every room in their home with brand new, custom-made furniture from Living Designs Furniture -- a local, family-owned company where quality, locally-sourced materials and excellent craftsmanship are what keep customers coming back.

It’s the biggest touring inflatable event in the world, complete with eight massive inflatable attractions.

An interactive experience highlighting the children globally and connecting with them through powerful storytelling, light displays, and music.

Off to a rough start this morning?Don’t worry, KPRC 2 has you covered with ways to help you and your child get back in the routine after this Spring Break.

Bayou Firetruck is a Houston based firetruck ready to come to your next event, like birthday parties, tailgates, gender reveals, wedding send offs and more.

For parents who are always looking for new spots to entertain the kiddos indoors - this is the perfect place!

Looking for activities to keep the kids busy indoors? Get them started on a fun DIY project for wintertime. It’s perfect for those chilly days when you can’t go outside and play.

If your kids tend to complain of boredom during winter break, we’ve got a bunch of fun and easy ways to keep them busy.

For the first time ever "Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live! Glow Party" is coming to Houston bringing fans’ favorite Hot Wheels Monster Trucks to life.

Their annual Harvest Luncheon is coming up on November 13th, and Beth Harp, CEO of Kids Meals Houston has details on how just two dollars can help provide a full meal.

Adventure Bay comes to Houston this week as the popular pups from Paw Patrol Live! hit the stage at The Hobby Center for a brand-new, interactive live stage show.

Check out a preview of how the museum will be magically transformed into a colorful, and beautiful Day of the Dead celebration.

The 25,000 square foot outdoor inflatable playground is set up in the Katy Mills Mall parking lot for a limited time.

Guests can enjoy a full day of fun activities including the popular trick-or-treat nature trail, a pumpkin patch, a market, food trucks and lots more.

A man charged with felony murder is in the Harris County jail on a $1,000,000 bond.

Are you tired of your kids spending too much time on social media? A Houston area psychiatrist is handing out some healthy tips and explaining how the use of social media could be beneficial to some kids.

Kidney stones are not fun. Typically, adults are the victims, but doctors are seeing more and more children and teenagers suffering from the condition, especially during summer months.

A good Samaritan jumped into action after seeing two small children locked inside a hot car.

A 5-year-old was found unresponsive in a pool in Spring Tuesday, Harris County Precinct 4 Mark Herman’s Office said.

School’s Out, but That Doesn’t Mean Learning Has to Stop

AGR Sports Adventure Park is now open in Katy, and they offer several unique indoor experiences that are perfect for any weather. Today starting at 1pm, Lauren Kelly is taking us inside.

Typhoon Texas said this week that it will open for the 2023 summer season with five new, junior-sized versions of its most popular waterslides.

According to recent studies -- too much exposure to social media can negatively impact your child's mental health. But as a parent, how do you limit its use?

A study out of the University of Houston showed screen time for toddlers under 3 years old watching age-appropriate apps, along with parents’ engagement, can promote creativity, learning, and problem solving.

A single mom of three is struggling to provide for her family after she says someone used her SNAP benefit card.

We were live for the Astros home opener. See the full show here.

The full story can be seen in the video above, which is part of a series where we are looking back at most-watched viral videos.

Fun activities for both kids and adults. While the adults are at the races, the kids can play at the petting zoo and pony rides.

Wednesday is officially recognized as the iconic doll’s birthday, and it appears Barbie is aging like fine wine.

A community was left in shock, and friends and family were in mourning after three teenage girls were killed in a murder suicide in Galena Park over the weekend.

Sesame Street Live! is coming to our neighborhood this weekend, and it’s going to be magical.

It’s a topic that many parents may not want to talk about or even think their children may have been exposed to it.

If you are a parent looking for must-have items to add to your baby registry or need ideas to gift someone with an infant, there are cool items available that are worth every penny.

If you feel toys, books, puzzles, and games are taking over your kid’s playroom and there’s no way to contain the mess, it’s time to get organized.

Toddlers with runny noses are a common sight.

When you get a new puppy, there’s a few things you should keep in mind. Stephanie Bennett and her pooch Cash, from ‘Believe in Dog Training’ stopped by to get you ready to care for your new furry friend.

Indoor playgrounds are popular for children, and of course, parents. They are convenient places for kids to have fun, burn some energy, and spend some time with other children.

Make sure the most wonderful time of the year isn’t the most dangerous one. Moms and dads will spend an average of 300 dollars on their kids’ toys this holiday season but before you buy, make sure the toys are safe. According to the US consumer product safety commission, emergency rooms treated over 224 thousand toy-related injuries last year.

Eduardo Antonio Trevino and Alan Aguilar just competed in the 28th Annual Mariachi Extravaganza in San Antonio - and both came home winners.

Watch the video above to learn more about this year’s annual Color Box initiative – a donation-based holiday gift drive

Join our kid co-host Saturday at 10:00 a.m. for this show highlighting the amazing kids in our community.

According to the Houston Health Department, ER visits for flu-like illnesses are up, particularly among children.

Sept. 29 marked 16 years since Jessica Phillips’ daughter Brooke passed away from cancer.

Khloe Joiner awarded Barron Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes for founding 'A Book and A Smile'.

AFTER 50 YEARS GOVERNED BY THE TEXAS INTERSCHOLASTIC SWIMMING COACHES ASSOCIATION, WATER POLO WAS ADOPTED AS AN OFFICIAL SPORT BY THE UNIVERSITY INTERSCHOLASTIC LEAGUE BEGINNING THIS FALL.

A new episode of Houston Life Kids premieres this weekend on the KPRC 2+ livestream.

These toys are under $35

A daycare that specializes in medically dependent children is closing its doors.

Local teen Evelyn Moreno joins the Houston Life team for a show all about Houston-area kids!

Monday at 3:00 p.m. on KPRC 2 we’re debuting our very first edition of Houston Life Kids!

Have you ever wanted to help fight pediatric cancer, but haven’t been sure exactly how or what you can do?

Some kids have some of the best ideas and come up with great inventions. But most of the time, they need to wait until adulthood for their chance to get their inventions on store shelves.

Hundreds of kids in the Houston area will be heading to school in style thanks to multi-platinum artist and entrepreneur Money Man.

What should you pack in your child’s lunch box? Dolores Woods, MA, RDN, shared healthy snack and lunch ideas on KPRC 2+ Tuesday.

After 50 years governed by the Texas Interscholastic Swimming Coaches Association, water polo is being adopted as an official sport by the UIL beginning this fall season.

Check out all the info on a fun triathlon event for kids happening next weekend!

There are only a few weeks left of the summer break before the school year begins again. What did your kids do over the break? Did they go to summer camp? Went swimming in a lake? Maybe your family took a road trip.

Although temperatures might not hit below 100 this week, doctors warn children can experience a heat stroke faster than adults.

Reliant employees are teaming up with the Astros Foundation to give out books, backpacks and other items to students Tuesday.

As we know, a great way to beat the heat is by jumping into a pool, lake, or even the bay. Sadly, it’s during the summertime that drowning is a leading cause of accidental death for children younger than five.

Our team is always on the lookout for ways you can save money. We rounded up a few places where kids can eat for free. Most of these free meals only come with the purchase of an adult meal.

On Tuesday morning, Texas Children’s Hospital became the first location in Houston to begin vaccinating toddlers and babies as young as six months old.

Dr. Angie Curtis with UTHealth Houston and Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital offers some advice to parents with children involved in summer activities.

Rania Mankarious, CEO of Crime Stoppers of Houston, explains how parents can channel those feelings into action.

Dr. Shana D. Lewis, a licensed professional counselor and mother, shares some advice to help parents navigate tough conversations about this event.

Investigators with the Harris County Fire Marshal’s office say two kids who were left home unattended started a fire inside an east Harris County apartment complex on Friday afternoon.

Texas Children’s Hospital and all Texas Children’s Pediatrics practices will begin administering the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster Friday to children ages 5 to 11, a news release said.

The new movie is based on a best-selling book series about a criminal crew of animal outlaws trying to becoming model citizens.

Watch as Stacey and Lauren Kelly demonstrate a few last-minute ways to prank the kids, that are simple, safe, and not scary.

One way to cope with any extra stress or anxiety is to have the kids engage in play time to help develop motor skills, social skills and language development, according to Dr. Jen Harstein, a children’s developmental psychologist who works with autistic children daily.

Whether you’re just a road trip away from Chicago, you go there on business every so often, or you’d love to visit someday, it’s truly a fantastic city, with so much to offer.

For many families in town, Spring Break is the best time to head out to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo and bring the children along for the ride.

New ages for developmental milestones are aimed at creating less confusion for parents.

There’s nothing sweeter than homemade gifts crafted with love.

When her father suffered from a near heart attack, 11-year-old Tatyana Jolivet was shaken to her core. Today, Tatyana is running her own kid fitness class in her father’s gym in Galveston in hopes of helping other young people learn the importance of staying healthy.

Attention, parents: You know what it’s like to ask your child, “How was your day?” For some, the response sometimes can be, “Fine.” Of course, many of you ask, “What did you do?” Their reply may be, “Nothing.”

From warming up to staying hydrated -- there are important steps our young athletes and ourselves can take to keep our bodies in shape year-round and help reduce the risk of injuries.

Kingwood mom, Elisa Lange, said her six and nine-year-old were thrilled to get their COVID-19 vaccine the first day it was available.

The COVID-19 vaccine is now available to kids aged 5 and older. Pediatric infectious disease expert at UT Physicians and Director of Pediatric Infection Prevention for Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital, Dr. Misti Ellsworth, who had her children all vaccinated on the first day it was available, shares everything we need to know including dosage information.

Dr. Shana D. Lewis explains what kids are feeling after experiencing trauma, how parents can help navigate conversations and help them cope with feelings of grief and loss.

From princesses to superheroes!

With kids back in school and fall sports in full swing, this is the time that sports injuries are more likely to occur.

I’m not always the best “get on the floor and play” kind of mom, but any time one of my kids wants to bring me a book, I’ll drop what I’m doing in favor of some cuddles and reading time.

Dr. Brent Kaziny said most kids still have mild symptoms and will recover, but testing can be beneficial to look for delayed complications of COVID such as MIS-C.

Fidget toys aren’t just the latest rage on TikTok, they are also a way great tool to reduce stress and anxiety in kids.

It is official! Children’s Museum Houston is now open to the public. The museum has 13 new exhibits and several safety protocols in place for families.

Virtual learning, severed social ties, and mental health complications on the rise are all difficulties teenagers were faced with during the pandemic.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is expected to authorize Pfizer’s COVID-19 vaccine for kids ages 12 to 15 this week, according to a federal official who is familiar with the process.

Track and field and swimming are among the team sports that might be best for children with autism.

There’s a new friend in the neighborhood!“ Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood,” that is.

A registered dietitian shares healthier Easter basket options for kids, that are still fun without all the sugary treats. And for the adults, she’s cooking up a flavorful Easter lunch of Grilled Lamb Loin Chops with Corn on the Cob and Grilled Romaine.

The Slumber Party Club is a unique and affordable slumber party experience for girls and boys.

HOUSTON – The nonprofit “Kids’ Meals” has been fighting hunger in Houston since 2016 providing free, healthy meals to preschool-aged children who live in extreme poverty. Beth Harp, executive director with Kids’ Meals, Inc., explained how the community can help them restock to aid those in dire need. Kids' Meals, Inc. (Kids' Meals, Inc.)Kids’ Meals lost all meat, cheese, milk, juice, and much of its bread and need help to resume delivery of 6,400 meals on Monday. We have been desperately trying to get the word out and raise funds in order to get new food supplies. You can donate here: https://www.giveffect.com/checkout/4136 Posted by Kids' Meals, Inc. on Thursday, February 18, 2021To donate or volunteer to Kids’ Meals, click here.

While the vaccine is not ready yet for kids, there is still plenty of information parents need to know right now. “The primary concern would be a severe allergy to any components to the vaccine.” Dr. Chang said. “I am very eager to be able to get my grandchildren vaccinated at some point,” Dr. Spinner said. We don’t know if being vaccinated will still stop us from spreading the virus to others,” Dr. Spinner said. “As a pediatric specialist, I just want what is best for kids,” Dr. Chang said.