March 2006
Parents Turn Anger into Advocacy
When we face an injustice or a tragedy involving
our
children and our families, some of us take our anger and turn it into
advocacy to make changes in society and laws. Read about a Lacey couple
who are lobbying to improve conditions for breastfeeding women in the
workplace and a Seattle woman who has worked to change state and national
laws on behalf of children who have lifethreatening food allergies or
asthma. Find resources for becoming an advocate for children.
Out & About: Boats, Planes, Cars
and Trains
Children are fascinated with “things that
go,” and the greater Puget Sound area has plenty of places to satisfy
their curiosity. Where can you find out about cargo ships on the working
waterfront, load and unload a container ship or explore historic and new
hydroplanes? Where can you design your own commercial airplane, tour a
working Boeing plant or see a replica of Orville and Wilbur Wright’s
motorized glider? Did you know that you can see part of the largest private
auto collection in the country in Tacoma or step back into railroad history
in Snoqualmie and Auburn? Come along for the ride(s).
Departments
Editor’s Note: Do Your Nearest Duty
Letters to the Editor
Try the Library, Staying Home vs. Daycare
Your Parenting Coach
How to Prepare Your Child for Preschool
Family FYI
Preschool Preview Night, Camp & Summer
Learning Fair, HANDLE Institute Classes, Reading Rainbow Contest, GET
Enrollment
Health Notes
What’s on TV?
Puget Sound Parent Recommends
New Books by Northwest Authors
Book Review on Writing ThankYou Notes
March Calendar
of Events
Highlights
Museum Exhibits
Classes for Kids
Parent Education
Advertising
Schools and Open Houses
Preschools
Montessori Schools
Classifieds
The Rechner family of Lacey:
Lance, 4, Logan, 2, and
parents Michal and Kimberly
Photographer: Brandy Stone
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