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Wingard-Phillips says. “Kites are Book Corner through the roof.” The games and toy store moved its Titles to serve as a resource for families, offering popular Magic: The Gathering card game tournaments online after the pandemic inspire change a play area for kids and buying and hit in 2020. I am so excited to share reselling used items. Every solution is an imperfect one, these inspiring books “We opened to be both a business and but Wingard-Phillips has found that the about ways kids can and do an experience,” she says. last thing kids and families need right now make a difference in their The business prides itself on fitting is more screen time. “Families have been communities. The power and kids for shoes and helping parents and looking for escapism,” she says. impact of young voices should caregivers learn how to use baby carriers. The shop has temporarily closed the play area, and it’s been a challenge to replace the fun pre-COVID experience of discovering Her mother opened the store more than 28 years ago. It’s been supported by a loyal fan base, and has been able to reopen its board game rental library. Math ’n’ Stuff never be underestimated. — Rene Holderman, children’s book buyer, Third Place Books new items for shoppers. currently has made in-store shopping, curbChildish Things carries more than side pickup and online ordering available. Our Skin: 10,000 pieces and sells new items online, but it will never be a fully online store, Math ’n’ Stuff has also seen a popular addition to the neighborhood: a local baker, WASHINGTON STATE A First Conversation
Powell says: “It’s just not who we are.” Backyard Bakery, holds a pop-up outside About Race The store walks a fine line keeping the store on the weekends. by Megan people safe and working with the various restrictions, which can often be confusing. Powell happily welcomes people to shop in person, limiting the amount of time they can spend inside. The shop is also open for curbside pickup. Math ’n’ Stuff, located in Maple Leaf, has seen firsthand how shoppers’ pandemic choices have changed. “This has been the year of the jigsaw puzzle,” manager Mikaela “Sometimes a small baked good on the weekend is just the right amount of joy,” says Wingard-Phillips. q Two Owls: 1429 12th Ave., Suite D3, shoptwoowls.com q Bootyland Kids: 1429 12th Ave., Suite D3, bootylandkids.com q Childish Things: 9776 Holman Rd. NW, #102, childishresale.com q Math ’n’ Stuff: 8926 Roosevelt Way NE, mathnificent.com Madison and Jessica Ralli; illustrated by Isabel Roxas This board book offers an opportunity for both adults and children to learn the importance of discussion and increasing awareness of bias and stereotypes. Early conversations about race will encourage young voices to speak up about racial injustices. Rise Up and Write It Call 888-754-8798 ext.1 https://ddetf.wa.govWASHINGTON STATE by Nandini Ahuja; illustrated by Anoosha Syed
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Farah Patel is determined to see an empty lot developed into a community garden for her neighborhood. As Farah pursues her goal, the reader can unfold her letters, petitions, posters and postcards, located in sturdy envelopes that serve as pages in the book.
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Old Enough to Save the Planet by Loll Kirby; illustrated by Adelina Lirius
Old Enough to Save the Planet showcases kids who’ve made a difference in all parts of the world with their passion and commitment. This book is full of concrete examples of ways youth can create change, and how to help empower young activists at home or at school.
Taking on the Plastics Crisis by Hannah Testa; illustrated by Ashley Lukashevsky
A small but mighty book chronicling the efforts of 18-yearold Hannah Testa to reduce single-use plastic and its effect on the ocean. Hannah writes about her efforts from the age of 10 to inspire change, and provides concrete steps to help thwart the crisis.
For many years, Seattle has been known for its high rates of activism, and local teens and tweens are no exception. Here’s a group of extraordinary kids — just kids — already striving to make a difference in racial justice, food security and stopping climate change.
Making their voices heard
Kimaya Mahajan, 16, helped organize the U.S. Youth Climate Strike in 2019 and now works with Washington Youth For Climate Justice.
