Preschool

The ABCs of early learning
preschool art

Ages 0 - 2

A Preschool Teacher's 25 Surefire Indoor Play Ideas
Dance, move, create, sing, make music and have a blast!
 Dec 12, 2012
Kids in woods photo

Ages 3 - 5

Into the Woods: Outdoor and Nature-based Preschools
A growing movement of nature-oriented outdoor preschools takes off
By
Nancy Schatz Alton
  Dec 13, 2016
Kids in blue t-shirts at a language program

Preschool

Are Dual Immersion Language Programs Worth It?
How foreign language education models break the mold
By
Shawna de la Rosa
  Aug 30, 2016
Father and daughter reading a book

Books

The Picture Book Evolves
Jonathan Tweet helps introduce preschoolers to evolution
By
Caitlin Flynn
  Mar 30, 2017
father and son bedtime

Mindfulness

Bedtime Routines: Finding Mindful Moments at the End of Each Day
How to connect with your children through bedtime rituals
By
Melissa Benaroya
  Apr 11, 2017
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
Young girl with pencil

Elementary

What Is Social-Emotional Learning?
You've heard about it but what is it again?
By
Anoo Padte
  Mar 30, 2017
montessori table

Ages 3 - 5

10 Montessori-Inspired Design Ideas for Kids' Rooms
Montessori decor ideas
By
Shar Petit
  Jan 9, 2013
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

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

The Evergreen School

The Evergreen School

Founded in 1963, The Evergreen School offers an innovative program on a wooded four-acre campus.

Shoreline

Hope Lutheran School

Hope Lutheran School

Welcome to Hope Lutheran School, one of the largest private Lutheran schools in the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle

Sunshine Music Together LLC

Sunshine Music Together LLC

Music Together is a researched-based, internationally recognized early childhood music development program for children aged birth to five and their parents or caregivers.

Seattle

Hope Lutheran School

Hope Lutheran School

Welcome to Hope Lutheran School, one of the largest private Lutheran schools in the Pacific Northwest.

Seattle