Jasmin Thankachen, Author at Seattle's Child

Jasmin Thankachen

Jasmin is the Associate Publisher at Seattle's Child and an Eastside mom of two boys. She enjoys parenting with lots of love and laughter. Co-Founder of PopUp StoryWalk, she also loves children's picture books, essay writing, and community stories.

Rain or Shine: The best family-friendly Eastside winter hikes

Hikes that kids will enjoy, no sunshine required.

Close-up of glowing holiday lights on a Christmas tree

At-Home Fun

25 fun ways to make the holidays extra special for kids

Simple, joyful ways to make the season shine

Magic in the Market at Pike Place Market.

Holidays

2025 Guide to Seattle Holiday Markets & Craft Fairs

Shop local and find that perfect gift for yourself or a loved one

Feeding the Family

20+ Seattle Thanksgiving takeout and dine-in options for 2025

Not in the mood to cook? There’s help.

Day Trips

Take the Big Leaf Maple syrup tour

Aerial view of Seattle’s new 20-acre Waterfront Park filled with families enjoying the sunny grand opening celebration.

Things to Do

Seattle Waterfront Park grand opening set for Sept. 6

Free all-day party welcomes families to Seattle’s new waterfront

Two children stand in front of tall salmon statues at the Issaquah Salmon Hatchery.

Fall Fun

Family Review: Visiting a hatchery during salmon season

See salmon up close at Issaquah Salmon Hatchery

Child climbing on jellyfish-inspired play structure at Seattle’s Pier 58 playground

Things to Do

Seattle’s Pier 58 just got way more fun for kids

Marine-themed play area opens July 25

Children play together at Seattle PlayGarden’s inclusive summer free play program.

Things to Do

Free inclusive play at Seattle PlayGarden this summer

Free, inclusive outdoor fun every weekend in summer

Kids jumping inside the World’s Biggest Bounce House at Big Bounce America Puyallup

Things to Do

World’s biggest Bounce House comes to Washington State Fairgrounds

Inflatable fun for all ages, July 12–20

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