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10 ways to thank Seattle-area essential workers

How families can show appreciation to the people who are risking their health to keep society up and running.

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Costco benefits you might not know about

There are many perks beyond buying in bulk that might surprise even the savviest Costco members.

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Accelerated classes for accelerated kids

Does your child learn something new every day? Seabury is the only South Sound-region school dedicated to highly capable programs, pre-K–8.

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Quick cures for when kids are on the brink

Avoid the meltdown before it even begins with these simple mindfulness exercises.

Thank you, starfish breaths ►

Doctors weigh in: Health myths and healthy habits

What are healthy changes and what are unhealthy fads? Get the facts in a free virtual ParentEd talk featuring doctors from Pacific Medical Centers.

Feeling off? Read this

Hormonal fluctuations could be impacting your mental health.

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Washington College Savings Plans

Start off the new year by saving with WA529! The Guaranteed Education Tuition Program and DreamAhead College Investment Plan help families save for future college expenses.

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3 things to do with kids this week

Take a fascinating nature walk in a peaceful (and free!) garden oasis.
Glide down a corkscrew slide, experiment with note-shaped hammers and spin around in a unique merry-go-round at a fun new playground.
Turn your stroll into a science lesson with this nature treasure hunt idea.

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Did you know?

Though the library is closed, the staff are still providing resources and virtual activities.

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Things that made us smile

✏ Amanda Gorman stunned the world with her inauguration poem, “The Hill We Climb.” If you loved her words, we have good news: Her first children’s book is available for preorder!
💉 Roll down your windows, and roll up your sleeves. Area health-care workers are getting vaccinated, and more mass vaccination sites are coming.
🎵 This 4-year-old’s “I Want You to Leave Me Alone” song is our new anthem.

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