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4/7/2020
Senior Director of Research | Dad of two
Our lives have changed quickly since shelter-in-place orders started. For parents like me (I have a 5-year-old and a 7-year-old)—who are suddenly assuming multiple roles as caregivers, teachers, and... read more
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4/1/2020
Guest Contributor
To make an impact, a political movement needs good ideas and the ability to make them heard. To be successful, they need innovation and passion—and the ones profiled below seem to have an unlimited... read more
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4/1/2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
If you think teaching your kid manners is tough, try translating all those lessons ("Look people in the eye!," "Stop clowning around!") to the world of video-chatting. That's the challenge many of us... read more
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3/31/2020
Senior Parenting Editor | Mom of one
In addition to textbooks and binders, kids consider Gmail, Google Docs, and even YouTube essential for school. So it's an easy transition to Google Classroom, the classroom-management tool integrated... read more
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3/31/2020
Editorial Director | Mom of two
With cabin fever right around the corner in many homes, we all need some fresh faces to interact with. Time to power up the Zoom meeting and get kids -- and us -- chatting, playing, and learning.... read more
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3/25/2020
Editorial Director | Mom of two
Misinformation is spreading quickly right now. And if you're having trouble keeping track of what's real and what's fake, think about kids, who often get their news from YouTube and Instagram. Kids... read more
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3/17/2020
Editorial Director | Mom of two
As more schools shut down to stave off the spread of the coronavirus, you might be wondering what the heck you're supposed to do with your kids home all day. If you're lucky, you can stay home with... read more
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3/16/2020
Senior TV Editor | Aunt of two
The disruption caused by the coronavirus pandemic can be especially confusing and scary to little ones. In these times, beloved characters from well-crafted TV shows can provide the reassurance, the... read more
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