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With the start of the school year looming, many are thinking about the transition from summer to school. That transition is hard for anyone, even a seasoned fifth grader returning to his pack of friends and familiar school. But for some, it can be especially difficult. Maybe this September marks your child’s very first school
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The Hidden Cost of Airplane Travel with Kids
The Hidden Cost of Airplane Travel with Kids Read More »
11 Free Apps for Kids Perfect for Your Next Road Trip
11 Free Apps for Kids Perfect for Your Next Road Trip Read More »
Get Your Picky Eater to Try “Kale”
Get Your Picky Eater to Try "Kale" Read More »
VIDEO: Rubber Band Painting with CHAP
VIDEO: Elastic Band Splatter Art with CHAP Read More »
The Kid-Friendly Guide to Portland-Area Museums
The Kid-Friendly Guide to Portland-Area Museums Read More »
My Secret to Ending Nightly Mom Guilt
My Secret to Ending Nightly Mom Guilt Read More »
Our second annual look at the secret spaces and friendly faces that make this city tops for kids and their grown-ups.
Best of Portland 2016 Read More »
Everything I Need to Know, I Learned From Super Friends
Everything I Need to Know, I Learned From Super Friends Read More »
A unique twist on jam from Portland Homestead Supply Co.
Blackberry Sage Jam Fermented with Kombucha Read More »
Portland’s Summer Outdoor Pool Schedule
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How To Train Your Dragon. Er, Toddler.
How To Train Your Dragon. Er, Toddler. Read More »
Make a braided dog toy and support a good cause
DIY Dog Toy Tutorial Read More »
A no-stress way to enjoy berries with your kids
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Refreshing Berry Yogurt Pops Recipe
Recipe: Berry Greek Yogurt Pops Read More »
11 Ideas for Reusing Egg Cartons with Kids
11 Ideas for Reusing Egg Cartons with Kids Read More »
The Kids Will Survive With Only Pizza For Dinner
The Kids Will Survive With Only Pizza For Dinner Read More »
Sometimes it’s okay to ditch the schedule and simply soak in the moments with your children.
Baby Steps: Life in the Slow Lane Read More »
You Might Have a Newborn If….
You Might Have a Newborn If…. Read More »
Swing into summer with our special, double June/July issue! Our annual Best of Portland feature returns with great picks for friendly faces, open spaces and fun places. Plus, the votes are in for our Family Favorites awards, and our jam-packed Summer of Fun calendar is back, with a kid-friendly plan for every day of the summer in June, July and August. You’ll also find a review of the brand-new Pine Street Market, a DIY rocket craft from OMSI and lots more!
PDX Parent. Jun/Jul 2016 Read More »
Best balance bikes, the lowdown on Lopez Island and 5 questions for the podcaster behind Roam Schooled.
Play Room. June-July 2016 Read More »
______________________________________________________ FAVORITE INDOOR PLACE TO PLAY Winner: OMSI For hands-on fun with science, you can’t beat OMSI. Watch for upgrades to the venerable Turbine Hall over the next few years, and for a new blockbuster exhibit on space exploration, opening this summer. Honorable Mentions: Southside Swap & Play, The Circuit Bouldering Gym, Portland Children’s Museum
2016 Family Favorites Read More »
The food hall trend puts down roots in PDX, with Pine Street Market.
Not Your Mama's Food Court Read More »
