Whatever happened to hopscotch?

Traditional games teach problem-solving, social skills-and fun
Everyone over thirty has some version of this childhood memory: you're out playing with the neighborhood kids-kickball, stickball, tag-and evening is coming on. You've been outside since you came home from school, several hours ago. It's getting dark. The porch lights come on, the temperature drops, but you are too absorbed in your play to go get a sweater. Read on

New Family Support Center in Rainier Valley

Family Services is one step closer to ending homelessness for families in Seattle. Groundbreaking for the new 35,000 square foot family support center located at 1924 Rainier Avenue South in Seattle is scheduled for May 30, 2008. Read on

What's New?

The March of Dimes' comprehensive website has content "Just for Dads." Go to The March of Dimes and click on "Pregnancy & Newborn" for a special section on the importance of the father's role in baby's care.

Special Events in June

• June 1 - August 2, Seattle Area - Half Price Books "Feed Your Brain" Summer Reading Program. Kids 10 & under pick up reading log at any Seattle-area Half Price Books store. Read 15 minutes/day, 5 days/week, redeem log for $3 coupon card. Kids can redeem reading logs each week. www.halfpricebooks.com
• June 3, Olympia - Power Parenting: Facilitated Parenting Learning Circle. Learn more about various parenting topics, meet & exchange ideas while your children enjoy supervised play! Pre-reg. Req. 6:30-8:30, Hands On Children's Museum, 106 11th Ave SW Olympia, 360-956-0818, www.hocm.org.