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That’s Child’s Play. Kids learn best in a play-based world. Why? Because … Play heals … Play teaches … Play connects … Play prepares … Play inspires. Play is the birthplace of the individual. Our region’s beyond-vibrant children’s museums have always been an essential staple of every parent’s PNW “play book” — rain or shine — and they are open and welcoming back adventure-hungry families. In our increasingly plugged-in world, these meccas of playful learning and socialization offer a time-tested, real-world antidote to the allure of screen time — and to the worrisome aftereffects of pandemic learning loss. Pop in for a playtime or make a day of it with a trip to a museum a bit farther from home. Plus, don’t miss your chance to enter the Power of Play Giveaway for your chance at winning fantastic prizes (see p. 49), including free admission to regional children’s museums and gift cards valued at $1,000.
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“Play is important forever.”
— Putter Bert, president and CEO of KidsQuest Children’s Museum FA M I LY A D V E N T U R E / 4 1