Parenting, Media, and Everything In Between
Tweens
March 10, 2021
Senior Editor, Social Media and Learning Resources | Mom of one
When you see a teen taking a selfie, chances are that picture will end up on social media. Often, that means Instagram, one of the most popular social image-sharing platforms in the world. What's all... read more
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March 9, 2021
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
Offering both intense multiplayer gaming and a sophisticated game-building tool, Roblox (which boasts some 150 million users worldwide) delivers variety, creativity, competition, and socializing --... read more
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March 9, 2021
Senior Editor, Social Media and Learning Resources | Mom of one
If you have tweens or teens, you know about Snapchat. And if you can't figure out how it works, you're like many parents. One of the most popular social media apps out there, Snapchat gives kids and... read more
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March 9, 2021
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
Even if you've talked to your kids about screen-time limits and responsible online behavior, it's still really tough to manage what they do when you're not there (and even when you are). Parental... read more
163 comments |
March 8, 2021
Associate Managing Editor | Kid at heart
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
93 comments |
March 5, 2021
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
104 comments |
March 5, 2021
Editorial Director | Mom of two
This just in! Breaking news! You don't want to miss THIS!
If you get your news online or from social media, this type of headline sounds very familiar. What's real? What's fake? What's satire? Now... read more
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March 5, 2021
Editorial Director | Mom of two
When big news breaks, it's easy to get caught up in following the news online. But while the internet -- from major news sites to Twitter -- can be a valuable place to find useful information, it's... read more
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