Ages 6 - 10

Big kids, big ideas! Tackle challenges and create memories
montlake playfield

The Great Outdoors

Swing High, Zip Fast: Most Adventurous Playgrounds Around Seattle
The playgrounds with the tallest slides, fastest zip lines, best climbing walls and more
By
Linnea Westerlind
  Mar 30, 2017
Siblings fighting

Family Management

Helping Siblings Play Nice
5 ideas to help keep the peace
By
Julia Ditto
  Apr 7, 2017
Black and white photo of an anxious little boy

Ages 6 - 10

New Study Finds Higher Rate of ADD and ADHD Among Child Suicides
Earlier research also found an increase in suicide
By
Nancy Schatz Alton
  Sep 28, 2016
Little boy on the computer

Health + Nutrition

What to Do When Your Child Sees Porn on the Internet
Face it: Your kid will see porn
By
Elisabeth Kramer
  Oct 28, 2016
Young students stretching in the classroom

Behavior + Discipline

Cool, Calm, Kinetic: Classrooms For Every Learner
Headphones, surgical tubing and wiggle seats are helping kids learn better
By
Nancy Schatz Alton
  Sep 14, 2016
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
Superhero Ranae Holland teaser image

Mindfulness

Meet 2017 Superhero Ranae Holland
A Q&A with a research biologist and the host of 'Finding Bigfoot'
By
Malia Jacobson
  Mar 31, 2017
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
Upset child sitting in dark hallway

Ages 3 - 5

The Most Vulnerable Age: New Study Explores Childhood Trauma
This is a crucial age for brain development
By
Nancy Schatz Alton
  Aug 18, 2016

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
Girls-swimming-in-lake

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

Seattle Children’s Urgent Care

Seattle Children’s Urgent Care

Whether it’s a rash, a tummy ache or a minor accident, kids don’t always get sick during doctors’ office hours.

Seattle

Students playing instruments

Seattle JazzED

Seattle JazzED's year round youth music programs include big band ensembles, master classes, workshops, summer camps and WeBop!

Seattle

Illumination Learning Studio

Illumination Learning Studio

Illumination Learning Studio in NW Seattle delivers extraordinary programs to families with students age Kindergarten through 5th grade.

Seattle

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