August 2006
Don’t Just Jump in a Lake!
Water Play Options in the Puget Sound Area
Before you think about back-to-school, take
some time to enjoy the lazy, warm days of August. Beyond our beautiful
lakes and beaches, there are plenty of manmade places to turn up the water
fun, from Wild Waves, Tacoma’ Stewart Heights Pool and Auburn’s
Rotary Spray Park to pools with extra features and public fountains.
Is Your Child Physically Ready for School?
OK – You do have to spend some
time this month thinking about getting your child ready for school. Beyond
shopping for new clothes and school supplies, late summer is a great time
to make sure your child has a well-child check and is on track developmentally
and that he does not have any problems seeing or hearing. We also update
you on the latest state vaccination requirements.
Good to Grow Program
This national program with local roots helps
parents of children with all kinds of special needs find the best toys.
Occupational therapists have evaluated hundreds of toys for their ease
of use, adaptability to children with limited mobility and usefulness
in helping kids develop their skills.
Out & About: Summer Sun on
Southern (Washington) Sands
Back to the fun stuff. Can we fit a beach weekend into the end of summer?
A great place to go is Washington’s Long Beach peninsula, and a
great time to go is during the International Kite Festival later this
month. There are plenty of other sights to see, from cranberry bogs and
lighthouses to forts and oyster beds.
Departments
Publisher's Note:
Celebrate the Fullness of August!
Your Parenting Coach:
Revisiting the Family Meeting
Family FYI
Speak Up When You’re Down, ‘Stuff the Bus’ Campaign,
EmergencyContacts.com, ‘Paws, Claws Scales and Tales’ CD
Health
Notes
Tips for a Healthy Yard
A
Slice of History
How Ice Cream Became Our Favorite Summer Treat
Puget Sound Parent
Recommends
Imagine This … Pretend That
August Calendar of Events
(including Highlights and Farmers Markets)
Museum Exhibits
Classes for Kids
Parent Education
Advertising
Marketplace
Becca Shahon and Ally Remy of Olympia are dwarfed
by sculptures from the city's Sand in the City event, held this year
Aug. 25-27.
Photo courtesy of
Hands On Children's Museum
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