Parenting, Media, and Everything In Between
5/20/2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
Over the past few weeks, we parents have had to wear many hats: teacher, librarian, camp counselor, online meeting scheduler, you name it. Now, we're realizing that getting our kids across the finish... read more
Over the past few weeks, we parents have had to wear many hats: teacher, librarian, camp counselor, online meeting scheduler, you name it. Now, we're realizing that getting our kids across the finish... read more
For many kids, summer means trading in reading logs and library visits for screen time and "summer slide." But summer can also be a great time to catch up on all the awesome books you might have... read more
Thanks to the spread of COVID-19, everything is getting canceled. Schools are closed, sports and performing arts are postponed, and field trips are out of the question. And for many parents who are... read more
The Fortnite frenzy seemed to come out of nowhere -- almost as if it dropped from a party bus in the sky. This survival-action game is a bit like what you'd get if you combined a sandbox-building... read more
When your kid downloads a game, you hope it will keep them engaged and -- with any luck -- learning. Instead, they ask for money every five seconds for in-app purchases or worse and beg for games... read more
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5/1/2020
Associate Managing Editor | Kid at heart
In the excitement of registering for your first election, newly minted voters often overlook one crucial detail: You have to do your homework before you go to the polls. And many of the issues --... read more
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4/29/2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
While we're sheltering in place, the fact that kids can stay in touch with friends and family by texting, video-chatting, and gaming has been a lifesaver for many families. There's just a little... read more
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4/29/2020
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Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
While we're sheltering in place, the fact that kids can stay in touch with friends and family by texting, video-chatting, and gaming has been a lifesaver for many families. There's just a little... read more
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4/27/2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
The wild-and-wacky short videos of TikTok continue to gain popularity among kids, adults, and even celebrities. But the app has had some problems, such as illegally collecting data on users under 13... read more
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4/23/2020
Deputy Editor, Books | Mom of two
Sure, kids like to text and scroll, but that's not all they can do with their hands. And eventually, even devices get boring when you're forced to stay home during a global pandemic. Spice things up... read more
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4/22/2020
Associate Managing Editor | Kid at heart
Podcasts are the perfect shelter-in-place entertainment when we're taking care of kids 24/7 and riding out pandemic restrictions. Podcasts require little more than pressing play, and that's about all... read more
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4/22/2020
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Associate Managing Editor | Kid at heart
Podcasts are the perfect shelter-in-place entertainment when we're taking care of kids 24/7 and riding out pandemic restrictions. Podcasts require little more than pressing play, and that's about all... read more
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4/20/2020
Associate Managing Editor | Kid at heart
With so many social networks to keep track of, it's not surprising if your kid's obsession with the TikTok app leaves you scratching your head. So what is it exactly?
TikTok is a free social media... read more
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