Parenting tips, tools + news

September 5, 2023

Many of our kids are back to school this week and we want to capture that first-day excitement. Put away that old chalkboard sign and check out these easy and fun traditions instead.

With fall right around the corner, we can't help but feel like revisiting the "Harry Potter" series. Fortunately, we can fully immerse ourselves into the wizarding world this year since the "Harry Potter: Magic at Play" hands-on experience is coming to Bellevue!

Plus, we are kicking off our ParentEd Talks series on Monday, Sept. 18 with an incredibly insightful expert, Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Ph.D. on learning to understand our bias in order to build a better future for our kids. Don't miss this one, register now.

—Madison Miller, trends & engagement editor

Magical 'Harry Potter' experience coming soon

A first-of-its-kind, "Harry Potter: Magic at Play" will allow fans to explore the wizarding world hands-on.

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Easy first-day-of-school traditions to start now

Darling ideas that require minimal effort.

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Get a library card

Free support with a library card from Sno-Isle Libraries includes online tutors, writing assistance, printing, borrowing a laptop or Wi-Fi hotspot and more!

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The effect of toxic achievement culture

How did we get here and what can we do about it?

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Breaking down biases

Join us Monday, Sept. 18 to hear from Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Ph.D., and learn to spot biases in yourself, your kids and others — then, work for change.

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Youth sports fun

Elevate teamwork, skill and fun! Join our diverse youth sports at Boys & Girls Clubs. Beginner to advanced levels. Unleash their potential today.

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Vaccinations for parents to consider this season

Infectious disease experts on how to prepare for the upcoming fall and winter.

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Sponsored by Seattle Children's Hospital

3 things to do with kids this week

Get fresh mountain air and some exercise on one of these popular hikes or a less-crowded alternative nearby.
Try out a new rail bike adventure with the whole family before the weather turns soggy.
Make a trip to Seattle's coolest, weirdest store for all sorts of fun items you most certainly need.

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Dance for all this fall at CDC

Discover the perfect class at Creative Dance Center! Fall session for all ages and abilities: Nurturing Baby, Creative Dance, Ballet, Modern and Hip Hop.

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