Ages 15 -18

Leadership Experiences for Washington Students

From outdoor camps to the House floor, these programs help kids develop skills as a leader

12 TEDx Talks by Seattle-Area Students to Spark Conversation With Kids

Ignite meaningful family and classroom discussions with these powerful short videos

What Parents and Educators Need to Know About Teens’ Pornography and Sexting Experiences at School

Insights and strategies to keep kids safe and informed

Advice on Reducing Back-to-School Worries

Expert advice to help your family as we head into the school year

Places for Tweens and Teens to Hang Out Around Seattle

Get those kids off their phones and out of the house this summer

How to Encourage Self-Control in Kids of All Ages

Do your kids possess this valuable life skill?

Why It's Important for Teens to 'Hang Out'

There's more to it than meets the eye

An Ages and Stages Guide to Lying

Effective responses to fibs, tall tales and other untruths kids tell

Parenting Tweens as a Social Media Mom

South Seattle mom Reanne Gamet finds family balance tricky as her Instagram following climbs

Preparing Kids to Launch, Starting With the Seattle Bus

Queen Anne mom Moffett Burgess on how “lighthouse parenting” frees her and empowers her kids

18 Books for Kids That Feature LGBTQ Characters

What to read with kids during Pride Month (and every month)

‘Loneliness Epidemic’ Is Crushing Parents

Seattle-area groups push back with expanded support

Should I Clean My Teen Son’s Room?

It’s a dirty job, but somebody has to do it ... or do they?

10 Reasons Your Teen Might Love Being a Camp Counselor

Responsibility, building their résumé, independence and more!

Lowering the Barriers to a College Education

Financial aid and savings programs making college more accessible

Free Course Helps Parents Address Kids' Challenging Behaviors

Get on-demand support for some of your toughest parenting challenges

Navigating the Maze: An Inside Look at Child Mental Health Services

Finding mental health treatment for kids is a challenging task

The Ultimate Guide to Raising Emotionally Resilient Teenagers

It’s not too late to teach them the emotional regulation skills they need

How to Teach Critical Thinking Skills to Kids

Easy strategies to incorporate into everyday life

Self-Esteem Hacks for Teens

How to be your teen’s best coach for developing positive self-regard

Teens: Work Out for Free This Summer at Planet Fitness

Planet Fitness gyms offer free summer memberships to teens

Outdoor Arts Ideas and Activities for Creative Kids and Teens

10 ways to create and enjoy art outside as a family this summer

More Than 100 Years Later, Girl Scouts Still Leading, More Relevant Than Ever

A Q + A with Girl Scouts of Western Washington CEO Andrea Anderson

School Refusal: What to Do When a Child Won’t Go to School

School avoidance has become an increasingly common issue

What Parents Need to Know About Pediatric Migraines

Support is out there for children experiencing migraines

A Parent’s Age-By-Age Guide to Screen Time

Be the screen-time superhero your kid needs

How to Navigate the Transition to Teenagehood

Strategies from a parenting scholar on how to shift out of tween mode and raise capable kids

What Seattle Read in 2022: Teen Edition

Check out 2022's most popular books for teens

Teens’ Mental Health Is Suffering — Parents, You Can Help

How to start a conversation about mental health with your teen

New Thrillers, Scary Tales and Mysteries for Teens

Kids can scare themselves silly with these new reads

Writing Love Letters to Our Kids and Learning to Let Go

Writing down hopes and dreams for our children can help parents as well

The Importance of Social-Emotional Learning Post-Pandemic

Social Emotional Learning (SEL) competencies that reset conditions for student success are more important than ever

Blueberry Recipe Contest for Kids

Enter your original recipe for a chance to win!

4 Things Parents Should Always Keep in Mind During a Heat Wave

Stay safe while staying cool

Local Org Makes Arts and Culture More Accessible to Youths

Nonprofit TeenTix is just the ticket for engaging teens in the arts

Should I Worry About All the Time My Kids Waste Doing Nothing?

Kids need downtime, even if we don't see it as that

A Teacher’s Picks for Free Online Learning Sites

And how to choose a program that works for your student’s needs

How Parents Can Help Children and Teens Cope With Anxiety

Tools for helping kids understand and deal with their body's natural alarm system

(Not) Too Cool for Teens

Seattle-area destinations that will wow your hard-to-impress kid

Teens Take Action

Local teens make change happen

Lessons in Heroism From Tenacious Teens

Local young change-makers inspire us in the present — and give us hope for the future

Why Suicide Rates Spike in the Spring

Here’s what parents need to know

5 Trendy Tutorial Sites for Your Crafty Kid

DIY tassel earrings, handmade macramé bags, cross-stitch artwork and more

4 Ways to Find Compassion for Your Kids When They’re Driving You Nuts

Practical tips for keeping your cool

The COVID-19 Vaccine and Kids

Local health experts address parents’ key questions

When Your Teen Says ‘I Hate You’

Practical tips for handling the hurt

Why You Need to Talk to Your Child About Suicide Now

Back-to-school is a really challenging time for kids

30 Ways to Stay Connected With Your Teen

How to build trust, understanding and affection with your teen

10 Inspiring Books to Boost Your Kid’s Self-Esteem

Read them together or share them with your kid

Teens and Online Dating? Here’s What You Should Know

10 tips for promoting healthy and safe digital relationships

How Disordered Sleep Affects Mental Health in Teens

Help your teen get their sleep back on track

A Parent’s Guide to Dialectical Behavior Therapy

Proven therapeutic approach helps teens at highest risk

What to Do When Your Kids Won't Stop Fighting

How to promote peace between siblings

Essential Life Skills for Every Child, From Toddler to Teen

Age-by-age life skills your kids should know

How to Set Up a Makerspace on the Cheap

Turn trash into treasure and encourage kids' creative play

Why You Should Try Gameschooling With Your Kids

How to make learning and family time more fun

5 Ways to Help Your Teen Navigate Traumatic Events

How to lead the conversation and create a safe zone at home

Saving Face: Getting Help for Teenage Acne

Helping your teen have a clear outlook on their skin, confidence and beyond

Marijuana Use and the Developing Teen Brain

Tips and talking points for parents

Your Teen’s Music May Be the Secret to Better Self-Esteem

Growing up is hard to do and music brings instant relief

Creating a “Zone of Privacy” Is Essential for Teletherapy

Ten ideas for creating a private space for teletherapy in your home

Supporting Girls’ Growth and Friendships During the Pandemic

Helping your tween and teen girls navigate disrupted daily routines

Teen-Proof Your Home During Quarantine

Tips for keeping teens safe during this challenging time

Does Your Kid Know These Essential Old-School Life Skills?

Because sometimes you run out of batteries

10 Things Homeschooling Families Do to Keep Learning Easy and Fun

Top tips from homeschoolers to help families right now

Teen Angst or Anxiety Disorder?

How to tell if your teen needs help

Help for Teenage Zombies

Why teens don't sleep enough, and how to help

How Do You Get Your Teen to Talk?

We went straight to the source to find out

Why I’m Letting My Kids Take Much-Needed Mental Health Days

We can’t just tell kids we care about their well-being — we have to show it

Why You Should Let Your Kid Fail (Sometimes)

They'll be happier for it and so will you

Your Child Is Heading Off to College ― Do You Have All Your Legal Docs in a Row?

Your college-bound teen will thank you later

How to Stay Calm When Your Teen Acts Out

Respond to rudeness and bad behavior without losing your cool

Why You Should Let Your Kids Quit

One mom’s defense of the value of moving on

The Long Goodbye: My Child Is Leaving for College

A mom reflects on her daughter leaving home

10 Life Skills Every Teen Should Know

Does your teen know these essential life skills?

How to Motivate Your Child and Positively Influence Their Zeal

Raising enthusiastic self-starters

A Key Message for Parents From the ‘Stranger Things’ S3 Finale

Hopper’s final words to Eleven capture the wisdom of raising teens

Teens and Gambling: What Parents Need to Know

It's a bigger issue than you think

Thrill Ride! Where to Try Mountain Biking as a Family

Your entire crew will love it

Free and Dirt Cheap Printable Posters Perfect for Your Feminist Teen's Bedroom

Their daily dose of inspo on the cheap

'13 Reasons Why' — A Seattle Psychologist's Take

Laura Kastner, Ph.D., offers this advice

Is Your Teen Lacking Direction in Life?

Bothell youth Deepthi Chandra has a website for that

If You're Outraged by the College Admissions Scam, Do Something

It's not just elite institutions that are the problem

It's Not About the Momo Challenge

It shouldn't take a viral prank to get us worried about what kids see and do online

The One Relationship That Could Change Your Child's Life

Growing up with guidance can make all the difference

Worrywart to Worry-Wise

Why our kids are so anxious and how we can help

Top Reads for 2019 for Every Age

A Seattle-area bookstore owner's top picks for your reading list this year

Fab Winter Break Reading Picks for Every Age

Two North Seattle children's book buyers' reading lists for 2019

Growing Up With a Teenager

A father reflects on his increasingly independent daughter

Get Your Family Through the 2018 Flu Season

Dr. Wendy Sue Swanson of Seattle Children's offers her advice

Is Your Kid Media Literate? Are You?

3 tips for raising kids who understand what they're seeing

How Colleges Use Kids' Social Media Feeds

Forward this to your teen.

Inspire Your Budding Designer at This Free Seattle Exhibit

The Gates Discovery Center highlights innovative solutions to gobal problems

How to Choose the Best School

What you need to know before choosing a school and the right questions to ask

What Dutch Parents Know That Americans Don't

Local author Bonnie J. Rough talks sex ed at Sept. 11 Town Hall event

My Daughter Is Leaving for College and I'm the One Who Gained the Freshman 15

Two weeks before her daughter leaves for college, this woman realizes how she's coping

What to Know Before Your Kid's Sports Physical

A doctor and former student athlete on what to expect and how to plan

What Our Kids Can Teach Us About Gender

A Q&A with Aidan Key of Gender Diversity

What This Gates Foundation Pro Recommends for Teens

How local teens can make change happen

When Your Kids Decide They're Vegetarian

A mom shares her advice after her daughter and son start eating vegan and vegetarian

What ‘Eighth Grade’ Taught Me About Parenting a Middle Schooler

The reminder we all need when parenting a tween

What Parents Need to Know About Concussions and CTE

Read this before those fall sports practices start

'The Color Purple' Is a Timely Reminder That Love Wins

Act quickly to see this rousing, Tony Award-winning Broadway show

The Secret to Getting Your Kids to Do Their Chores

Plus, a list of ideas for age-appropriate chores

This Teen Makes Change Happen

Local teens make change happen

Seattle City Council Approves Free Bus Passes for High School Students

16,000 students would get free ORCA cards

How to Talk About the News of Family Separations at the Border

A Latino mom shares her advice

Teen Coed Sleepovers: Totally Fine or Out of the Question?

Would you say yes?

Good News for Teen Drivers

And for parents, too

'Les Misérables' Captivates at The Paramount

Action-packed show features stunning sets and stellar performances

What to Say When Your Kid Comes Out

And other ways to support LGBTQ youth

Losing Your Cool? Read This

How to stay cool in tough parenting situations

Helping My Daughter Turn Down That Date

"It’s not like you can say no when there are a hundred of your peers watching in the lunchroom."

This Edmonds Teen On Pushing Her Limits

Local teens make change happen

Want Them Off Their Phones? Get It In Writing

Draft up a family tech contract before summer break begins

The Advice Your Graduate Actually Needs

10 inspiring quotes from awesome commencement speeches

Dress Codes Complicate How Girls Feel

"If God made me, why is it wrong to have a body?”

The Best Mom Advice That I Ever Got

"Stitch this on a sampler and put it where you can see it."

What the NFL Draft Tells Us About Kids' Sports

What the stats suggest

Meet a Local Teen Making Big Things Happen

And how the Gates Foundation is helping

Let Your Teen Be Bored This Summer

It'll pay off.

Thoughts as My Daughter Turns 16

"Maybe it's supposed to feel like her body is still being wrenched from mine."

My Daughter's Messy Room Drove Me Crazy

And then she left

The Summer Camp You've Never Heard Of

Consider this arts option that's all about less stress

How to Raise Your Own Superhero

Encourage caring and generous kids with these ideas

Meet a Renton Teen Who's Changing the World

Learn about Tai McMillan's work

Let Your Teen Test Drive Art School

High school students roll up their sleeves during the summer

New Program Helps Foster Youth Get a Driver License

Treehouse’s Driver’s Assistance program

Best March for Our Lives Photos

Words and photos from those who marched

My Daughter Didn't Walk Out

A mother comes to terms with her daughter's decision

How #Enough Gets Teens Fired Up in a Good Way

The 'helper's high' teens get from leading

17 Minutes That Stopped a Nation

17 Minutes That Stopped Schools

What's the Best Bedtime for My Kid?

Sleep solutions for modern families

Got Your Sh*t Together Yet?

Your post-kid financial checklist

This Tukwila Teen Is Changing the World

And how the Gates Foundation is helping

5 Reasons Why Kids Shouldn't Diet

You can talk about your kid's weight without shame

Raising Empathetic Kids in a World That Judges Them for Being Black

How do you cultivate compassion in children in a culture that centers vitriol and division? 

It's Not in Your Head: The Health Impacts of Childhood Adversity

Dr. Nadine Burke Harris opens up about childhood trauma — and how to heal

Fighting the New Normal: Should Parents Say No to Screen Time?

The case for a less-connected childhood

How to Raise a Gen Z Kid

Help this up-and-coming generation embrace adulthood

Create the Most Meaningful Summer

8 tips for planning a rich summer

The Summer Program You Need to Know About

Get the inside scoop on counselors-in-training

The "Spare Me 'The Talk'" Q&A With Jo Langford, M.A.

Join us for a Facebook Live with the bestselling author

What Can Your Kid Do With an Arts Degree? More Than You Think

Cornish graduates are changing the world with their art — and their apps

Is Your Child Hanging With the Wrong Crowd?

And how to talk to them if they are

Consent Is a Conversation for Every Age

Don’t wait until they’re a teen to have this talk

How This Local Teen Is Changing the World

Local teens make change happen

Far-Flung Leadership Opportunities for Teens

Seize the summer with these exciting activities

7 Ways to #MeToo-Proof Your Kids

A psychologist weighs in on how to combat gender violence in daughters and sons

Washington State Senate Passes Two Measures to Protect LGBTQA+ Youth

Both bills will head to the House

75 Percent of Teen Girls Have Anxiety

What we can do about it

Think You Know What Your Teens Do Online? Think Again

A new survey shows a surprising gap between perception and reality

Cultivating Your Child's 'Yes Brain'

New book helps parents nurture creativity and resilience

How to Talk to Your Nondisabled Kids About Disability

Reconsider how and when you have this important conversation

Hey, Alexa! Does My Baby Have a Cold?

Health care is going virtual, but is that a good thing for families?

Tips for Talking to Your Kid About Alcohol

Don’t wait for this conversation, say medical and parenting pros

5 Life Skills Every Teen Needs to Succeed in College (and Beyond)

Look beyond the academics to prepare your high-school senior for college

7 Apps Every College Student Needs

Get peace of mind when your college students are away from home

Stop Telling Your Kids They're Okay

How one technique stops tantrums in their tracks

Sexual Harassment: What to Say to Your Young Kids

Five tips for discussing mature current events with little kids

The Secret to Raising Persistent Kids

New research uncovers how parents can teach their kids the value of hard work

Why One Mom Says No Thank You Note, No Gifts

Tips for raising grateful — not greedy — kids

Seattle Public Schools Launches Transgender Student Curriculum

The books are designed to help teachers, parents and students support transgender students

Should You Get the Flu Shot?

A doctor's case for why you shouldn't skip the shot

5 Ways Teens Changed My Parenting Style

Maximize the teen years with these pro tips

Talking to My Son About Harvey Weinstein and Sexual Assault

As parents we might not be ready to talk about sexual harassment and assault — but we need to be

3 Ways to Help Your College-Bound Kid Become a Budget Master

Financially savvy teens start at home

Protecting My Suicidal Son

A mother and son figure out what they both need to thrive

What Your Teen Needs to Know to Get In

4 tips when talking to your student about college

How This Seattle Organization Helps Adults With Special Needs

Families turn to the Alyssa Burnett Adult Life Center

The Teen Anxiety Epidemic

Social media is here to stay but at what cost?

Why It’s OK to Yell Sometimes

A Q&A with clinical psychologist Chris McCurry

6 Tips for Dealing With Lice

How to survive an outbreak with your sanity intact

When the White House Says C*ck

How (and why) to talk to kids about presidential profanity

RHOC Daughter Blames Mom's Social Media Posts for Their Split

How much is too much?

Seattle YMCA Apologizes for Bathing Suit Ban

The apology comes after backlash on social media

Texting the Wrong Person Could Be Fatal

The Michelle Carter suicide texting case is a lesson for parents

My Son Isn’t Going to College, and That’s OK

"As a society, we need to redefine the notion of success."

Top Tips for Setting Back-to-School Sleep Schedules

Help your night-owl teens rise and shine

Why I’m No Longer Afraid of the Teen Years

Seriously, have you ever had as much fun as they're having?

Talking to My Teen Daughter About Street Harassment

“Did you hear that man?”

Comey for Kids

How the Comey hearings changed my parenting approach

Your Age-By-Age Guide to Pike Place Market

The 110-year-old ‘city within a city’ has something for everyone

6 Family-Focused Tips for Music Festival Season

Don't hit a sour note

Your Special Needs Young Adult: How I Built My Village

A mother shares how she supports her son as he ages

Could This Be the End of the Afternoon Carpool?

Uber launches family program in Seattle

High School, High Stakes

A junior in high school shares her advice

Marijuana Edibles: A Recipe for Trouble?

How do we keep kids from the temptation of pot-laced treats?

Construction Underway: Your Teen’s Brain

Brain development expert Dr. Linda Chamberlain shares insights

Too Young to Vote: Local Teens Seek Change

Rocking the boat if not the vote

Your Teen's Relationship: Is It Healthy or Abusive?

Experts say teens are more at risk than parents think

Hey Dad: Can My Boyfriend Sleep Over?

How to navigate the reality of a sexually active teen

Shifting Gears: What Letting My Teenager Take the Wheel Taught Me

Teen + driver's license = new worries, new rules and lessons in letting go

Do Colleges Google Students?

Navigating college admissions in the age of social media

How to Write a Great Personal Statement for That College Application

6 things teens need to know about writing a personal statement for their dream college

Are Your Teens Financially Literate?

Do your kids know how to manage money?

Plan a Gap Year That Helps (Not Hurts!) Your Student

Here's what you need to know about the gap year trend

6 Pitfalls to Avoid When Your Child Heads to College

Ways to make your child's transition to college smoother

STD, OMG! Talking to Your Teen About Sexually Transmitted Infections

Sexually transmitted diseases are on the rise among

Teen Driving: Apps to Keep Your New Driver Safe

Terrified by the thought of your kid going for a spin? Tech to the rescue

Spare Me 'The Talk'!: A Girl's Guide to Sex, Relationships and Growing Up

Jo Langford offers this advice

There's a Vaccine That Prevents Cancer, So Why Don’t More Kids Get It?

Let go of your fears and misconceptions about sex — here's what you need to know about the widely available vaccine for HPV that is free to many youths

Mixing Up Math: Why Memorization Isn't Enough

The author of 'Mathematical Mindsets' discusses how math should be taught

Do This to Get Your Kid Into College

7 essentials for raising children who succeed

The Younger the Teen Driver, the Better? Not So Fast.

New numbers indicate that teens who put off obtaining their driving permits get in more accidents

Film Screenings: 'Screenagers'

Enjoy this documentary about screen time and families

How Early Is Too Early? When and How to Start Talking to Your Child About College

The top three college-related conversations parents should have with their students in middle school or as they transition to high school

Throw Away Those Old SAT Flashcards, There's a New Format Coming in 2016

Here's what you need to know about the upcoming changes to the SAT in 2016

Oh Snap! What's That New App?

With so many new apps on the market and trending among teens, here's what you need to know to keep your kid safe: a Q&A with Katie Greer, an internet safety trainer

The Parent Coach: The Secrets to Happy High Schoolers

Focus on one serious pursuit, don't grow out of pranks, don't totally ditch the fam, and other secrets to a fulfilling high-school experience

Preparing Your Teen for Adulthood

How to cultivate a purposeful mindset in your budding adult

Ask the Experts: How Do I Get My Teenage Night Owl to Sleep?

How you can instill healthy sleep habits in your teen, from limiting electronics before bed to creating a family evening 'cooldown' routine

College Mom: College Application Survival Tips

10 tips for surviving the college application process — from FAFSA to SATs to stress management and more — from a mom who has been there

Road to Freedom: A Parent's and Teen's Guide to Driver's Ed

Here's all you need to know, from Washington's rules and available driver's ed classes, to teens opting out and new road concerns

Summer Arts for Teens: Crazy-Cool Drop-in Classes, Studios and Workshops

Sew, forge, fix, carve, paint, animate and create

Teacher's Notes: Advanced Placement Means High School Classes, College Work

AP classes have become popular in recent years. Find out what they look like from the inside.

Ask the Experts: When a Teen's Mood is Something More Serious

How to tell common teen moodiness from depression

Getting a Running Start to College

High school juniors and seniors can earn community college credits for free — here's what you need to know

Tackling School Testing Anxiety

Increased emphasis on standardized testing means more student anxiety — here is how to help your child

Spare Me 'The Talk'!: A Guy's Guide to Sex, Relationships and Growing Up

Jo Langford offers this advice

Smells Like Teen Spirit: Changing Bodies and that Teen Hygiene Issue

How to talk to your tween about hygiene practices without making him feel self-conscious

I Think My Teen Might Be Gay, What Do I Do?

Become an ally to your teen as they form their self-identity and sexual orientation

Ask The Experts: Social Media and Teens

Helping teens find a healthy balance with social media

Lighting Up: E-cigarette Dangers

Falsely touted as a 'safe' alternative to cigarettes, e-cigarettes are addictive, appealing and easy to get

Reality Bites: Life lesson kids need to know before they leave the nest

From credit cards to college stress, do your teens have the life skills they should?

Prom on the Cheap

11 ways to celebrate the big day without big bucks

Your Daughter’s First Pelvic Exam

When to go, why to go, what to expect

Let Them Plan: 11 Tips for Travel with Teens

Plus, teen dream destination ideas

International Baccalaureate vs. Advanced Placement

Which of these rigorous programs provides the best college prep?

How to Make Sure Your Teen Has a Productive Summer

Choosing between an internship, job, volunteering and "lounge" time is an important decision for kids to make

Global Teens: Finding the Right Summer Abroad Program

Why Teens Love "Frozen"

Holiday Gift Guide for Teens, by Teens

Teens and Alcohol: Why Parents Need to Have the Talk (and What to Say)

The Social Network: Understanding Your Teen’s Friendships

Ask the Parent Coach: What to Do When Teens Lose Interest in School

The Wild, Wonderful Teenage Brain: Hardwired to Test Parental Patience?

Wise-Minded Parenting: 7 Essentials for Raising Successful Tweens + Teens

By Laura S. Kastner, Ph.D. with Kristen A. Russell

How to Talk to Your Teen About Sex (and What They Need to Know)

Disordered Eating or Eating Disorder? What to Watch for, When to Worry

Keeping Your Cool: Coping With the College Craziness

One Young Woman Seeks to Banish Stigma of Mental Illness in Teens and Youth

Look Closely: Is Your Teen Using Drugs?

They’re Sexting and We Know It : The Problems of Social Media and Teens

Suicide Warning Signs and Ways to Respond

The Prevalence of Teen Dating Violence

Setting limits for your multitasking teen

Now what? Paying for college in a tight economy

Resources for parents looking for college funding

Teaching teens to drive

What parents should know about pre-college tests

Preparing your teen for college -- and beyond

Coping with Teen Attitude

Help your teenager tame stress with journaling

Get talking about teen pregnancy

College planning resources

School lunches not making the grade