You’ve heard the hype, now it’s time to play!
Robots, whales, owls and distant worlds will keep kids entertained and engaged on Earth Day
25+ children’s books about women and girls who have accomplished amazing and unexpected things
Girl-power picks for family movie night
Kids are never too young to understand and explore the foundations of friendship
From cartoons to sitcoms to action movies, you’ll find something everyone will love
A positive take on tech and kids
Your guide to exploring the 2024 hybrid festival
Make TV time fun for the whole family again
Enter to win one of 21 fantastic prizes for Puget Sound families
Elmo and Cookie Monster join Cameo Kids
“It is vital we read books that are tribally specific, include Native sovereignty and depict Native peoples as diverse people of today.”
From monster movies, to talking lizards, to loveable cartoons
Some of the most challenged books of 2022
Parents can feel good about letting kids tune into these programs
Shows featuring pirates, vampires, superheroes and more!
Understand the potential risks and rewards of generative AI
I Had a Helicopter Mom. I Found Pornhub Anyway
Welcome the cool fall evenings with some cozy family entertainment
A conversation with Devorah Heitner, Ph.D.
4 smartphone alternatives to consider for your child
A local librarian’s prime picks for kids
Can schools go completely phone-free (and should they)?
From romance to defending the galaxy, August has shows to entertain the whole family
Take a break and cool off with a fun family show
Celebrate Pride with one of these kid-friendly LGBTQ+ shows
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers
These evidence-based strategies can prevent overstimulation from screen time
Kick back and enjoy the start of summer
16 parent-tested board games and family-friendly food pairings
Slow down with a good show
How to wean your kids — and yourself — off screens
Don't miss the mythical creatures, classic tales, and animated fun sure to entertain the whole family
Be the screen-time superhero your kid needs
Hop into spring with some new family entertainment
The must-watch films and shorts of this year’s fest
Enjoy a cozy evening in with some great TV
V-Buck Cookies, Campfire Cake and Chug Jugs are the perfect fuel for a Fortnite party
New entertainment for the new year
The Seattle Public Library’s staff shares their favorite books of the year for teens
The Seattle Public Library’s staff shares their favorite kids books of the year
Curl up and settle into winter weather with some fun new shows
Cozy up with these new tv shows and movies
What to watch when you need a break from all the summer fun
When you need a break from the sun, sea monsters and action heroes are here to entertain this summer
Brighten up your day with these new shows on Netflix
Age-based tips on how to talk to kids about tragic news events
Some facts get lost in translation, but parents can still learn from this entertaining show
Shows for a rainy day as we await the elusive Pacific Northwest summer
Bird with an existential crisis keeps kids and grown-ups laughing
‘It’s about giving students the opportunity and agency to choose’
Compelling world stories, humorous history, masterful storytelling and more
Keep creativity alive and make life easier with family-friendly subscription boxes
What the latest research reveals about the impact of screen time on child development
Toys, games and puzzles to make the journey more enjoyable
Rules of the road for kids and cell phones
New culturally relevant virtual programs boost access, equity
Local sex educators offer tips and resources
Want to teach kids about empathy without preaching? Add these gems to your watch list
Guilt-free movies, shows and YouTube channels that celebrate diversity, acceptance and empathy
Turn trash into treasure and encourage kids' creative play
A media literacy expert shares how schools and parents can help young people (and themselves) recognize and combat fake news
Put these fabulous books on your TBR pile STAT
Classic ’80s films with great stories and discussable, relatable scenarios
Easy and inexpensive ways for families to dip their toes into virtual reality tech for fun and fitness
Middle-grade titles with magic like Harry Potter, but inclusive
How to recognize it and how to deal with it — whether your kid is the victim, at fault or a bystander
Put an end to screen-time battles
Win a free phone + 6-month plan from Tello
Q & A with Orion Razat, 10-year-old author of ‘101 STEM Jokes’
These innovative apps can open doors to kids' learning
School's out? Here's how to keep them busy, learning and having fun
A local mom finds a genius way to help her kids read more
Guilt-free ways to entertain the kids
Mind-expanding feature films and shorts programs to watch at home
Best part? They're screen-free
You don't have to feel guilty about screen time
Instead of just watching and playing, your kids can become content creators
Free downloads from Seattle's Amplifier
It's “spring break” from the couch with our family movie night ideas
Tours, performances and more family “outings” to enjoy from the couch
Creative ways to increase fun, generosity and connection during the coronavirus crisis
Age-appropriate shows your toddler will love
Use screen time to teach 'em a lesson (or two)
These graphic novels will jump start your child's reading
Screen-free, educational and cool
5 best bets with kids at Tacoma's film fest this weekend
Family tips for navigating the digital world
Cosplay, comics, science fiction and fantasy — geek out with your kids at these awesome cons
What 2019 research says about teens, tweens and their phones
Tips for using your device intentionally
Resources to help nurture responsible digital citizens
Are you talking to your child?
Why I wish I'd introduced more tech tools sooner
Three worries you can actually do something about
Simple, easy-to-follow rules for every phone-carrying kid
Ease your kids back into the school year with fun end-of-summer media activities.
Area schools are finding unique ways to ride the technology wave
Increasing digital access and opportunity for Seattle-area kids
It's in more places than you think
Mass shootings. Hate speech. Racist rhetoric. Where do parents even begin?
Keep Alexa safe for kids with these quick tips and tricks
One dad’s top tips for balancing constructive screen time with lo-fi outdoor play
Why you need to have the conversation before its too late
How to navigate cell phones, privacy and screen time as parents
Snap a photo with Daniel at free "Be My Neighbor" events
Hopper’s final words to Eleven capture the wisdom of raising teens
Are they really doing homework?
The popular show is over, but the learning doesn't have to be
Laura Kastner, Ph.D., offers this advice
Can our kids’ screen obsessions prepare them for the future?
Monitoring vs. mentoring kids’ media use in the digital age
Is tech ruining our manners?
Everything you need to know about kids and YouTube
And parents' creative solutions to keeping kids unplugged
Read these awesome books before they come to the big screen
It shouldn't take a viral prank to get us worried about what kids see and do online
The best iPhone, iPad and Android science apps for all ages
Ultra-creative ideas for planning a blockbuster movie night at home
Meet Ben Wahl
“Is this the best a man can get?”
A Seattle-area bookstore owner's top picks for your reading list this year
Why looking at your phone when the kids are around actually matters
You need these tips
The early life of athlete and activist Muhammad Ali
3 tips for raising kids who understand what they're seeing
Get your $5 tickets for the cult classic's 25th anniversary
Laura Kastner, Ph.D., offers this advice for talking to your kid about consent
Rawr
There's no hiding now
Use these ground rules to help inform your family's conversations with AI assistants
Two surveys look at how teens and parents feel about devices
The pros and cons of Fortnite and a very useful tip for parents
"Keep It Real" comes out August 17 with two free shows on the horizon
Seattle mom Marlo Mack shares her experience
The reminder we all need when parenting a tween
Use tech to fight summer slide (yes, really)
New parents, don't repeat my mistake
The newest Pixar movie celebrates parenting
"Kids are no longer socializing and connecting face to face."
An age-by-age guide
Draft up a family tech contract before summer break begins
Smart apps so fun they won't know they're learning
What to look for when it comes to digital fun
What's next for these local favorites?
"Evidently, it’s not super-duper neat to you that I grew a person inside of my body."
Tickets go on sale Friday
A two-month fast from video games
It's about representation.
We need to help boys develop a full repertoire of social and emotional skills
The first step toward resisting the pull of digital products
It's about consent
A new survey shows a surprising gap between perception and reality
We can't just talk the talk
When you're 2 or 3, every show is a new one
Get peace of mind when your college students are away from home
Don't let the haters stop you from seeing this movie
A music writer's top 10 picks for family hip-hop
How to keep your kids safe
Her parents say she was too sorry to punish
One mom's advice: Make it a teachable moment
This is about lifting all women up
Help your kids learn about democracy, civil rights and the Constitution
When you're sick of hearing 'but all my friends have phones!'
The link between self-harm and internet usage
Helpful advice for talking about rape with your sons and daughters
Here's how to explain the protests in ways your kids will understand
These easy recipes will have your kids cheering
'Gemini' dropped Thursday night
Social media is here to stay but at what cost?
Ludacris rapped the popular children's book during a radio appearance
Interactive activities get kids in touch with design
Come for the people-watching, stay for the indie games
Understanding cultural appropriation with art and kids
How (and why) to talk to kids about presidential profanity
There are lines everywhere, and you can't touch, but yes
You love GoT but it's not exactly family-friendly. Try these 10 tamer alternatives
You'll want to save these ideas
Because screens aren't going anywhere
High-tech, low-cost ways for kids to learn cool skills
"Is it possible to startle a robot? I think we did."
It doesn't go far enough but is still worth seeing
How the Comey hearings changed my parenting approach
Jama'l Chukueke on what inspired Diversity Dad
The Seattle dad takes it one podcast at a time
Library and bookstore programs to spark the reading fire in everyone
Don't hit a sour note
Muppet exhibit extended through Sunday, Feb. 25
UW research study looks behind the worldwide phenomenon
Have you seen this new Netflix show?
Tough conversation that you need to have
Sesame Workshop talks about the classic show's new puppet
A Q&A with a research biologist and the host of 'Finding Bigfoot'
"Strong Is the New Pretty" captures confidence on camera
A new survey asked children 10 to 18 what they make of news
What to expect from the Disney reboot
Gender isn't always simple (and that's worth celebrating)
Parent use tech tools to drive innovation
The University of Washington shares new research on the importance of play
Paul Allen’s computer collection becomes a 'petting zoo' for geeks that's fun for all
Screentime just got better with these app ideas
Winter is the perfect time for young sleuths to test out their skills with a modern-day mystery
Prepare for this to be on the next gift list
5 questions posed to the 3D Printing Nerd
Get your hands on the latest kid-approved and family tech
Face it: Your kid will see porn
Get happier and healthier through "telemedicine"
Digital citizenship expert Devorah Heitner shares how to raise digital natives
Navigating college admissions in the age of social media
A gaming group that feels like play, not work
Seattle's Margaret Chiavetta on why we need more fictional characters with special needs
Introduce these apps, games and websites to inspire and teach
A 16-year-old invites everyone to the table
The annual gaming event in Seattle put virtual reality front and center
Help your tween or teenage daughter help herself
Bird tracking, squirrel monitoring and more
4 books that will help when your child fights drop-off
50 cool kids make their on-screen debut
Try these clever apps to encourage outdoor adventures
Break out of the (DVD) box with these creative suggestions
Terrified by the thought of your kid going for a spin? Tech to the rescue
These characters make the leap from page to screen this year and will help your children love literature
Author Nancy Jo Sales discusses her new book, 'American Girls'
Should you worry about board book Bard and graphic novel Dickens? The experts weigh in.
How to improve your baby's intellectual, linguistic and emotional growth through music
More and more video games are featuring strong female characters — here are 9 who are worthy of your bold, brave and awesome daughter
Virtual camps promise an experience that’s affordable, educational and social
Enjoy this documentary about screen time and families
Add education and cultural competency to your family movie night
9 family-friendly movies about food
Try giving your teen one of these books
Seattle parenting lecture on internet safety for kids
From 'Guardians of the Galaxy' to a silent-movie-era film, the best space-adventure movies for families
Want to teach kids about empathy without preaching? Add these gems to your movie-night list
From 'Charlotte's Web' to 'Little Women'
What you need to know about kids and the digital world, from risks and realities to guidelines by age and stage
Pixar's standout new film dives into the mind of an 11-year-old girl, and her feelings
These days, there’s an app for that
Ease the stress of moving with these sweet and helpful books
These awesome apps are perfect for new parents
Get your children ready for the 2016 presidential election with these conversation starters and books for different ages
