Our Favorite Apple Picking Spots Near PDX
Apple season is here!
How to Navigate After-School Care in Portland, OR
The after-school shuffle is made a little easier with this how-to guide.
5 Egg-Centric Science Experiments for Kids
Your kids will learn basic science while actually being allowed to play with their food.
Holiday Gift Picks for Kids
From budget-friendly picks to big splurges, shop local this year from this collection of gifts for kids of all ages.
Slightly Spooky Halloween Movies for Kids
Looking for a sorta scary, but not nightmare-inducing scary movie to get into the Halloween spirit? We’ve got you covered.
Hiking Tom, Dick and Harry Mountain with Kids
Take in glorious views and a glassy lake on the way to the summit.
Flora, Fauna and a Story at Fernhill Wetlands
Explore the trails and spot plenty of wildlife at Fernhill Wetlands in Forest Grove.
Head Into the Woods: Hopkins Demonstration Forest
Trample through the trees while learning about sustainable forestry at Hopkins Demonstration Forest in Oregon City.
Field Trip: Rockhounding around PDX
Your little rock lovers will marvel at the shiny treasures you can collect at two local parks.
How to Make a Podcast with Your Kids
Are you a podcast fanatic? Taking the leap into making your own with your kids isn’t too hard–and it’s a lot of fun.
9 Podcasts for Kids to Subscribe to Now
Podcasts are free, easily accessible at home or on the go, and sometimes downright addictive.
10 Tips for Choosing an Elementary School in Portland
The choice is a big one. Here are some questions to think about to help you decide which school to choose.
Family Volunteering with Friends of Trees
If you have been thinking of volunteering, but are unsure about doing it with kids, Friends of Trees is a great place to start.
Kid-Friendly Winter Fun (Whatever the Weather)
Whether you want to take advantage of the winter weather, or snuggle down for some cozy fun, there is lots to do in Portland during the winter with kids.
Field Trip: Ice Skating with Kids
Our writer’s dreams did not match up with her 4-year-old’s reality at the rink. But she’s got tips to help your family’s next ice-skating excursion go more smoothly.
Thanksgiving Holiday Hacks
If you have a hand in the Thanksgiving meal prep, now is about the time when you’re probably starting to wonder what you got yourself into. Cooking for Thanksgiving is a task no matter what, but it becomes exponentially harder when your kids are running around demanding attention too. Here are some hacks to …
Field Trip: Cooking Class at Northwest Nibbles
Can a single cooking class save lunch? A picky family takes on the mealtime dilemma — and lives to tell the tale. Getting three kids out the door for an 8 am school start is no easy feat. For us, the biggest time suck is having the kids find their shoes — and then having …
Field Trip: Two Sisters Play Cafe
We test-drive the pancakes, ball pit and art projects on offer at Milwaukie’s Two Sisters Play Café. it was a sad day when Pied Piper Play Café closed in Southeast Portland. The idea was genius in its simplicity: a place for young kids to play while grown-ups had a chance to caffeinate and meet …
