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Studies show too much noise, particularly loud, irregular noise, can hurt a child's brain development, because if sound is irregular, it distracts our brains and makes concentration more difficult.

Studies show too much noise, particularly loud, irregular noise, can hurt a child's brain development, because if sound is irregular, it distracts our brains and makes concentration more difficult.

Studies show too much noise, particularly loud, irregular noise, can hurt a child's brain development, because if sound is irregular, it distracts our brains and makes concentration more difficult.

Studies show too much noise, particularly loud, irregular noise, can hurt a child's brain development, because if sound is irregular, it distracts our brains and makes concentration more difficult.

Studies show too much noise, particularly loud, irregular noise, can hurt a child's brain development, because if sound is irregular, it distracts our brains and makes concentration more difficult.

The five-year program will support new writers from underrepresented racial groups building their careers in children’s media; application submissions being accepted May 1-15.

Arthur Vining Davis Foundations extends grant for Fred Rogers Productions' kids' animated TV series, which promote core messages and learning goals in problem-solving skills, resilience, empathy, and other life skills.

The 47th Cleveland International Film Festival, opening next month, will kick off with a documentary about a beloved TV series, screen a mid-event documentary about a beloved TV star, and end with a feature about the love of movies.

Check out an exclusive clip from the next episode of "Alma's Way" on PBS KIDS, titled "All About Alma/Alma's Playdate," plus a short interview with voice actress Summer Rose Castillo!

What’s going on this week in Pittsburgh, Nov. 7-13? Find out in the NEXTpittsburgh weekly event guide.