Parents can spend time and bond with their children in many significant ways, but the benefits of reading aloud to small children are profound. Parents that read to their children on a weekly basis foster a love of reading and learning in their children. Picking up a book and reading to your child is also…
March is Women’s History Month, a great time to celebrate women’s achievements and contributions throughout history. Women like Elizabeth Blackwell, the first female doctor; paleontologist Sue Hendrickson; Mae Jemison, the first African-American woman to travel into space and more. All of these women are an inspiration to little girls and boys across America. Both you…
One of the most popular tablets for kids is the iPad. With a large selection of apps designed for kids and parental controls, parents and kids alike prefer the iPad. However, iPads are specifically designed for kids. Kids are tough on tablets, and repairing a cracked screen is costly, so investing in a durable iPad…
You need to contact your child but they aren’t ready for a cell phone, a smartwatch is a great alternative. Smartwatches allow children with their parents through features like phone calls, messaging, and GPS tracking. Giving your child a smartwatch can help them develop a sense of responsibility and establish a healthy relationship with cell…
Disney+ is notably the best streaming service for child-friendly content. On Disney+ you will find original content plus shows that air on Disney Channel, Disney Jr., and DisneyXD. With a Disney+ subscription, you have access to on-demand children’s programming. Also, Disney+ has parental controls that limit the content to age-appropriate options, giving parents peace of…
Having a family movie night can be a great way to strengthen the bond between family members and provide an opportunity for quality time together. Family movie nights are about having fun and enjoying each other’s company. It’s a chance to relax and unwind together. However, It can be difficult for everyone to agree on…
Children use technology daily, and between tablets, laptops, and cell phones, it can be hard for parents to monitor their child’s activity. While there are many benefits to children using technology there are also many risks. Parental control apps help parents feel more confident and secure about their children’s online activity and device usage while…
Setting up Parental Controls on Paramount+ is easy and gives parents peace of mind. Parental Controls enable parents to restrict viewing for children based on ratings. How to Set Up Parental Controls Once you have set up parental controls, any content rated above your selected level will require your PIN code to access. Keep your…
Parents know that excessive screen time for children can lead to meltdowns. Creating a screen time plan for your family helps establish healthy habits. One of the ways you can help manage screen time in your home is to create a family plan. How to Create A Screen Time Plan Work Together Start by discussing…
Technology is an integral part of our society, and children interact with technology from a young age. Many parents worry about the long-term effects technology has on childhood development, but there are actually many benefits of children using technology. With parental guidance, technology provides many benefits to children. It is important to note that the…
Amazon Prime Video may not be the most popular streaming service but they do have a good selection of movies and series for kids. It can be tricky to navigate through Amazon Prime Video to find movies included with your Prime membership and not cost an additional rental or purchase. This collection of films are…
Netflix is one of the top streaming services in the world and has over 5,000 titles in their U.S catalogue. They offer great child-friendly movies and shows but not everything on Netflix is for kids. There is a lot of content that isn’t age appropriate, however Netflix has parental controls. Netflix’s parental controls allow parents…
