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Child Development

Expert guidance on emotional, social and developmental milestones supporting every stage of childhood, from infancy through the teen years.

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K–12 Education
Don’t Be Afraid of the First Day of Kindergarten

A mom on what she’s learned about this important step

By: Akilah Harper
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Kids’ Health
Begin a Lifetime of Sun Safety Early in Childhood

Skin health starts young. Start building smart routines today

By: Seattle Children's Hospital
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Child Development
The Dangers of Prolonged Thumb-Sucking and Pacifier Use

What to do when your child's soothing habits become harmful

By: Nadia Fugate, DMD
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K–12 Education
4 Creative Ways to Engage Children in STEM Over the Summer: Tips to Foster Curiosity and Problem-Solving at Home

Be on the lookout for serendipitous science and spontaneous math moments

By: Amber M. Simpson
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Child Development
Avoidant, Unmotivated, Stuck? What Kids Need to Move Forward

Kids need discomfort to grow. So why aren’t parents giving it to them?

By: Laura Kastner, Ph.D.
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Kids’ Health
Another Measles Case Reported in King County in 2025

Who is most at risk, and what to do if you have been exposed

By: Kari Hanson

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