Ages 3 - 5

Make way — here comes your preschooler!
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City Adventures

Got Kids 6 and Under? Here's Your Seattle Bucket List
Sweet, cheap thrills for the littlest littles, from farm fun to swimming and more
By
JiaYing Grygiel
  May 1, 2017
Father and daughter reading a book

Books

The Picture Book Evolves
Jonathan Tweet helps introduce preschoolers to evolution
By
Caitlin Flynn
  Mar 30, 2017
Preschooler

Ages 3 - 5

How to Beat Cabin Fever
6 strategies for being home alone with tots
By
Rachel McClary
  Sep 22, 2016
Kid with megaphone

Ages 3 - 5

Use Your Words! Encouraging Expressiveness
The three words I banned so my child could learn to express herself
By
Kathryn Streeter
  Dec 12, 2016
Sleeping child holding teddy bear

Ages 0 - 2

How to Get Your Kid to Nap Without (Too Much) Fuss
Master nap time with this expert advice
By
Deanna Duff
  Jul 25, 2016
Preschoolers playing with blocks

Health + Nutrition

5 Reasons Why Play Is So Important, As Explained By Experts
The University of Washington shares new research on the importance of play
By
Nancy Schatz Alton
  Nov 18, 2016
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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
dad and baby

New Parents

The Rise of the Stay-At-Home Dad
Why more fathers are staying home and what that means for families
By
Rebecca Hill
  Mar 31, 2017
born this way

Family Management

Parenting Tips Based on Personality
How to best support your child’s unique style
By
Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
  Mar 30, 2017

Newest Reads

Screen time and two girls

Screen Time

Summertime Screen Time: How Much Is Too Much?
8 tips from a pro
By
Gemma Alexander
  Jun 23, 2017
Roo's World of Discovery

Work + Life Balance

In Kirkland, a New Place to Combine Work and Play
The Eastside's sensory-friendly play space now doubles as your office
By
Kate Missine
  Jun 23, 2017
seattle pride parade

Seasonal Fun

Wild and Colorful Seattle Pride — Yes, with Kids
Join the Pride party with our veteran tips for taking kids
By
Jody Allard
  Jun 21, 2017
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Seasonal Fun

Weekender: Top Family Events for Seattle and the Eastside
Your family fun plan for the weekend: June 23–25
By
Nancy Chaney
  Jun 21, 2017

Family Atlas

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

Hilltop Children's Center

Hilltop Children's Center

Hilltop is an internationally-recognized school and professional development institute of reflective, play-based, child-centered learning led by professionals committed to the early childhood field.

Seattle

Grasshopper Montessori

Grasshopper Montessori

An inspiring preschool with an emphasis on kindergarten preparedness. We use the Montessori philosophy and many materials to encourage the joy of learning.

Seattle

NaturoMedica

NaturoMedica

NaturoMedica is based in Issaquah, Washington and serves the entire Seattle area as well as Washington state and beyond. NaturoMedica is a premier provider of individualized naturopathic healthcare, acupuncture, and IV therapy.

Issaquah

Lynnwood Kids Dentist

Lynnwood Kids Dentist

At Lynnwood Kids Dentist, we provide the highest quality dental care to our patients.

Lynnwood