The Coming Up Taller Awards recognize ten outstanding after-school, summer and weekend arts and humanities programs that celebrate the creativity of American children, provide them new learning opportunities, gateways to support services, and safe havens.

A children's librarian reflects on the numbers of children left at libraries after school, and the ways this institution can meet the challenges with student librarians, volunteers, new programs and activities.

Want to help kids stay alcohol- and drug-free, while making use of the latest technology? The National PTA offers tips for adults to be strong role models for kids, set guidelines and enforce rules, get the facts about drugs and alcohol, and identify resources and hotlines.