Ages 6 - 10

Big kids, big ideas! Tackle challenges and create memories
Frustrated child reading

Elementary

Why Can’t My Child Read?
A retired teacher offers her insight
By
Jan Pierce
  Nov 28, 2017
Sleeping kid

Health + Nutrition

When Your Kid Can't Fall Asleep Alone
Sleep solutions for modern families
By
Malia Jacobson
  Nov 29, 2017
Siblings fighting

Family Management

Helping Siblings Play Nice
5 ideas to help keep the peace
By
Julia Ditto
  Apr 7, 2017
Girl

Books

A Psychologist's Take on Raising Resilient Kids
Rick Hanson on his new book "Resilient"
By
Nancy Schatz Alton
  Mar 22, 2018
Water gun

Behavior + Discipline

Weapons Ban: Just How Bad Are Toy Guns for Kids?
When a kid can turn toast into a weapon, what's a parent to do?
By
Malia Jacobson
  Mar 21, 2018
clean socks

Family Management

Getting Kids to Do Their (Other) Homework
How to motivate kids to help around the house without having to ask
By
Jessica Murphy Moo
  May 1, 2017
Girl at lemonade stand

Elementary

6 Lessons About Money
Cash in on these practical but easy-to-understand tips
By
Samantha Paxson
  Feb 27, 2018
Grandmother with young grandson

Family Management

How to Preserve the Bond Between Kids and Grandparents
Help your children maintain a connection with their grandparents
By
Brad Broberg
  May 27, 2016
Archie-McPhee-store

Indoor Play

Play and Learn: 13 Awesome After-School Adventures
Early dismissal? Afternoon outings with kids
By
Elisa Murray
  Oct 31, 2017

Newest Reads

soccer player at usa games 2014

Arts + Entertainment

5 Events for Families at Seattle's Special Olympics USA Games
Be a super-fan, support athletes and watch competitions for free
By
Nancy Chaney
  Jun 18, 2018
full tilt scoop

City Adventures

Free Ice Cream Day at Full Tilt
Free scoops Tuesday, June 19, at Full Tilt Capitol Hill
By
Nancy Chaney
  Jun 18, 2018
walrus and child at PDZA

Arts + Entertainment

New Aquarium Makes a Splash at Tacoma’s Zoo
Mark your calendars for this new and improved aquarium
By
Maegen Blue
  Jun 18, 2018
kids eating lunch at camp

Camps + Classes

10 Quick and Healthy Lunches to Send to Summer Camp
Don't bore them with PB&J
By
Jackie Freeman
  Jun 18, 2018

Family Atlas

We've mapped your family-friendly resources in the Puget Sound region

Creative Coding

Creative Coding

Teaching Kids the joy of coding by creating their own custom video games!

Seattle Nanny Network

Seattle Nanny Network

Seattle Nanny Network, Inc. is an award winning placement service, for in-home childcare; nanny care, in business since 1997. We personally interview, screen, and match top quality candidates to families.

Kirkland

Girl Scouts of Western Washington

Girl Scouts of Western Washington

At Girl Scouts, you’re going to have tons of fun, make new friends, and go on fantastic new adventures. You’re also going to get the chance to do big things.

Seattle

MindsMining Learning Center

MindsMining Learning Center

Best S.T.E.A.M Afterschool Programs and Camps

Bellevue