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ParentMap Live >> See our upcoming schedule of expert speakers and free kids’ activities. New events added every week!

What we know about schools reopening this fall

A teacher investigates what classes might look like for local school districts.

What’s in store >>

15 craft and cookery kits to try at home

Plant a succulent terrarium, design glass art, make dumplings and more with these exciting kits from local businesses.

DIYs kids will love >>

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Teaching Hands in-person summer program

Teaching Hands is offering students entering grades K–2 what they miss the most: in-person, small-group learning and outdoor activities.

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Navigating pregnancy during the pandemic

How might COVID-19 impact pregnancy and birth? Here are the latest answers to your essential questions.

What to expect while expecting >>

Why you should still take your kids to the doctor

Keeping well visits is important to prevent diseases, check if families are doing okay and much more.

One mom’s take >>

When your adult child moves home

Three important conversations to have and how to set clear boundaries.

Talking points >>

3 THINGS TO DO WITH KIDS THIS WEEK

Please check the latest COVID-19 information, take responsible precautions and practice safe social distancing when venturing out.

Camp in your own back yard! Here are 10 creative ways to make camping fun without leaving home.
The zoo reopens on Wednesday and tickets are on sale now.
Learn how to code your own video game at this free virtual class with ParentMap and Mighty Coders.

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Help Hopelink end summer hunger

Hopelink is committed to ending summer hunger for children in our community. This year, the current pandemic has made that goal even more challenging. You can help!

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THINGS THAT MADE US SMILE

📢 Winners of the Black Education Matters Student Activist Award are announced! See the inspiring list of anti-racist student organizers in Seattle.
📚 Scholastic’s free Summer Read-a-Palooza is on! Kids can make new friends, win virtual rewards and help unlock book donations.
🎵 This video of James Corden and the Muppets singing “With a Little Help From My Friends” is pure joy.