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

Macrina Bakery's Rick's Cookies free treats all week

City Adventures

Free Macrina Bakery Treats All Week
Claim your free bread or cookies as Macrina celebrates its 25th anniversary
By
Nancy Chaney
  Aug 20, 2018
3D printed s'more at Sue's Tech Kitchen Tacoma

Indoor Play

Where to Try a 3D-Printed S'more
Get your tickets for a tasty, hands-on tour of tech
By
Nancy Chaney
  Aug 20, 2018
Mom with son on swings

Parent Stories

People Think I'm the Nanny, Says This Latina Mom
A visit to Green Lake unsettles this local mother
By
Cecelia Romero Likes
  Aug 20, 2018
Homeless man in Seattle, Washington

Family Management

How Do Seattle’s Homeless Families Make It Work?
ParentMap answers a reader question from #SeaHomeless 2018
By
Kari O'Driscoll
  Aug 20, 2018

Family Atlas

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

Russian School of Mathematics

Russian School of Mathematics

The Russian School of Mathematics (RSM) opened in 1997 with a goal of creating a unique after-school mathematics program.

Bellevue

Evergreen Speech & Hearing Clinic

Evergreen Speech & Hearing Clinic

Evergreen Speech and Hearing Clinic is a full service private practice specializing in communication and balance needs.

Redmond

Child Care Resources

Child Care Resources

We can help you with you child care choice!

Seattle

A Nanny for U

A Nanny for U

A leader in domestic placements for 20 years, A Nanny for U specializes in placing the region’s most professional caregivers, postpartum doulas, and household staff.

Seattle