Editor's Note — Karen Kullgren
Hello June! Washington Parent celebrates and supports all parents and kids year-round, including in this issue. Don't miss our cover story, which asks, Could…
Summer Fun: Books by Local Authors and Illustrators — By Mary Quattlebaum
The Washington area is rich in talented children's book creators. You may already be familiar with Kwame Alexander (Newbery Medal, The Crossover), Katherine…
6 Tips to Go Full STEAM Ahead on the Blocks and Books Train — Kristen K. Bowman
As a former preschool teacher and new mom, I wanted to introduce my son to blocks as early as possible. I began introducing him to small cube blocks during…
Could Your Daughter Be a Girl With Undiagnosed ADHD? — Kathleen Nadeau
Could your daughter be a girl with undiagnosed ADHD? Girls with ADHD come in lots of different “flavors,” but few of them look like our idea of ADHD: a young…
Top 10 STEM High Schools in the DC Area per Niche.com — By Liam McCrickard
While every high school in the DMV offers a variety of coursework on liberal arts and sciences alike, many disciplines that fall under the STEM (science…
10 Ways to Support Families With Differently Abled Kids — Rebecca Hastings
“I don’t know how you do it!” It was a simple statement. There was no ill will behind it, just an honest thought from one mom to another. Something I’ve…
Tips for Navigating Disney World With an Anxious Child — Rebecca Singer
It may be the “happiest place on Earth,” but for families with a child who has anxiety, Walt Disney World can quickly become stressful and overwhelming. I…
From Role Model to Real Model: How Fathers Can Outsmart the Manosphere — Jennifer Brechbill
It doesn’t matter what my husband is doing; our children are always watching him. My kids want to play the sports he plays, hear his views, learn about his…
Supporting Your LGBTQ+ Child in the Current Political and Social Environment — Jonah Green
Being a parent means living with a mixture of emotions: joy, pride, anxiety, frustration and love like no other. Parents of children in marginalized or…
How to Help Your Child Pack a Healthy Day Camp Lunch They'll Actually Eat — By Pam Molnar
Lunch at day camp is important for your child. Most camps include physical activity, so your child will need nutritious foods to keep them going. Like most…
Camps & Summer Programs Guide
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS. Washington Wizards Jr. Wizards Summer Camp. The Washington Wizards Jr. Wizards camps offer boys and girls ages 6 to 14 the chance to…
A World of Flavors: Here's the Scoop on DC's Must-Try Global Ice Cream Spots — By Rebecca Singer
If you're looking to expand your children's culinary horizons, why not start with a sweet treat most kids already love? Ice cream is a summertime family…
A Shakespearean Summer for Every Family at the Folger — Katherine Dvorak
If you’ve ever worried that “Shakespeare” and “kid-friendly” don’t belong in the same sentence, we hear you and we’re here to change your mind. After years of…
The Giant BBQ Battle Returns to DC — Liam McCrickard
Soon, the streets of DC will be filled once again with the smell of smoking meat as the Giant BBQ Battle returns for its 33rd year of juicy goodness. As the…
How Embracing Your Inner Child Builds Connection With Your Kids — Maureen McElroy, LCMFT
“Play” can sound frivolous or unimportant, but it is anything but that for a child! It’s through play that children connect with the world and learn about it…
Vaccines are Safe and Effective: A Doctor Answers Common Questions — By Mutsa Nyakabau, M.D.
You make sure your child wears a seatbelt in the car. You remind your child to put on a helmet before riding a bike. You wouldn't hesitate to give your child…
DC Kids Events Calendar
Montgomery Parks Annual MUDFEST. June 14. The Woodstock Equestrian Special Park will temporarily be converted into mud pools! Bring sleds to go down a…

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