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Caldecott and Newbery award-winning books

A local writer won the prestigious Newbery Medal this year. Find out about her book and other award-winning titles.

Adorable new Ikea finds for kids

Brighten and organize your home with a nifty bookshelf, ingenious toy storage that doubles as a goal and more.

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Soundview School is now accepting applications for summer camp. Most camps are open to the public. Registration is limited, so register early.

News and recommendations to know about this week

Get ready for a brand-new indoor adventure park in Puyallup that's got 45,000 square feet of mega-fun plus massage chairs for weary parents!

If your kids loved “Dragons Love Tacos,” they'll adore the author's newest book all about ice cream.

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Empower your child to follow their passions and take control with Laurel Springs, the leader in accredited online K–12 private education.

Playing in the mud is good for your health. Here are some fun mud-play activities and the best places for muddy explorations.

If you want your kid to be truly successful in life, you need to help them cultivate strong self-control.

Explore a fairy-tale forest, visit new playgrounds and escape to the “tropics” with our bumper mid-winter break activity list.
Visit a wastewater treatment plant, discover a nature-oriented playground plus more surprisingly fun urban nature adventures.
Creature report: See what happens in 1 cubic foot of earth or sea in this fascinating new exhibition at the Burke Museum.