Andrea Leigh Ptak

Andrea is a Seattle-based freelance writer, editor and graphic designer whose ADD-diagnosed teen will be starting her sophomore year in college this fall.

Recent Articles

Health + Nutrition

Bringing Calm to Families With a Troubled Teen: Dialectic Behavior Therapy

DBT is changing the way teens and families treat mental illness and social/emotional problems

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Sep 23, 2014

Seasonal Fun

New and Recently Renovated Seattle-Area Playgrounds

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Jul 11, 2013

Ages 6 - 10

Happy Backpackers: Planning a Family Wilderness Trip

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Jul 10, 2012

Seasonal Fun

Car Camping with Kids in the Pacific Northwest: The Essential Guide

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Jun 27, 2012

Travel

Car Camping with Kids: The Essential Packing List

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Jun 10, 2012

Child canoeing

Seasonal Fun

5 Great Campgrounds for Kids in Washington State

Mountain views, wooded streams, shining lakes, ocean tides – even desert sands

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | May 22, 2012

Seasonal Fun

Seward Park Playground: Remodeled and Open for Play

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Jul 29, 2011

New Baby

Helping caregivers nurture early relationships

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Sep 30, 2010

Ages 6 - 10

‘Mommy, I’m Sick!’ How to Tell if Your Kid Really Needs to Stay Home

Is your child pulling a Bueller, or is there something else going on?

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | Aug 27, 2010

Ages 15 -18

Teaching teens to drive

By: Andrea Leigh Ptak | May 25, 2010