Little ones can help make gifts from Sanae Ishida’s ‘Animal Friends.’
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Dad Next Door: You won’t have to play pretend forever
We’ll long for that connection as kids become teens
New pet ferret livens up old routines
Quirky pet reminds family how important it is to just have fun.
Finding calm in mindfulness classes
Parents learning self-compassion through meditation.
Getting outside — and finding joy
Families discover nature and strengthen connections during COVID-19.
Kindergarten online: Some Seattle-area parents are opting out
Some believe remote learning is just not working for kindergartners.
Stuff we love: Things to do, things to eat all around Puget Sound
Our finds include Nepali dumplings, shallot bagels and virtual music school.
Favorite read-alouds for kids too young to start school
Encourage the reading habit with these charming and entertaining selections.
Fall fun: Pumpkin patches and farms will be open
Masks aren’t just for Halloween as farms invite families in to celebrate the season safely.
Dad Next Door: On kids and phones
Just because your kid wants one, doesn't mean they need it