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 9, 2018

Newest Reads

kidz happy hour ball pit

Indoor Play

Indoor Fun at New Kidz Happy Hour Play Gym
Ball pit, zip line, slides, tea cup spinners and more
By
April Chan
  Dec 13, 2018
Traveling with babies and toddlers

New Baby

Top Travel Gear for Babies and Toddlers
Make your vacation easier with these smart travel accessories for kids
By
Allison Holm
  Dec 13, 2018
Kid laughing at Christmas

Holidays

Holiday Gifts for Kids That'll Keep On Giving
The best experiences, subscriptions, memberships and more to give this Christmas
By
Emily Westbrooks
  Dec 13, 2018
rain boots puddle fun weekend events for families Seattle and Eastside

Seasonal Fun

Weekender: Top Family Events for Seattle and the Eastside
Your family fun plan for the weekend: Dec. 14–16
By
Nancy Chaney
  Dec 12, 2018

Family Atlas

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

Yellow Wood Academy

Yellow Wood Academy

Yellow Wood Academy is an accredited independent school for K-12 students. With patience, empathy and persistence, we work with our students to incite their natural curiosity and instill a love of learning.

Mercer Island

Salle Auriol Seattle

Salle Auriol Seattle

Fencing Camp

Seattle

Future of Flight

Future of Flight

Aviation Center & Boeing Tour

Mukilteo

Teen girl writing essay

Elite Educational Institute - Bellevue

For over 25 years, Elite Educational Institute's school-year and summer programs have offered students in grades 5 through 12 a flexible, proven system of courses and personal academic counseling.

Bellevue