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5 ways you’ll be wowed by technology at Universal Orlando

My family and I were beyond thrilled to be invited to experience Universal Orlando for a week, and were nothing short of amazed at how cutting-edge technology is such an integral part of both Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Florida. It’s no surprise...

Piquing Our Geek: Ron Howard + Canon = Photographic magic

by Cool Mom Staff | Entertainment

If you’ve ever wanted to star in a Ron Howard film, you might just have your chance now, thanks to his exciting new collaboration “Long Live Imagination” with Canon. This exciting project and “Project Imagin8ion” photography contest is...

The Parent Show – some good online viewing from PBS Parents

by Cool Mom Staff | Entertainment

The Parent Show is hosted by Angela Santomero, whose name didn’t ring a bell until I realized that she’s the creator of Blue’s Clues and Super Why! Those shows I know. Verrrry well. She’s teamed up with PBS Parents to create short, engaging...

Ameba TV: great programming for kids. And not actually on TV.

by Jeana | Entertainment

Thankfully, my kids are out of the Caillou stage, but I remember at one point, bracing myself, hoping they wouldn’t ask to watch that show. (What a whiner!) Commercial-free kids TV for the most part is great, but I’m so glad to have another option that I...

They Might Be Giants YouTube Channel: Schoolhouse Rock for the next generation

by Cool Mom Staff | Entertainment

Raise your hand if Schoolhouse Rock is the reason you know the definition of a noun, and the preamble to the constitution. (Me!) I’m eagerly awaiting the day that one of the networks picks up the brilliant They Might Be Giants Video and runs them between shows,...

Cool Mom Tech loves BH+G!

by Cool Mom Staff | Entertainment

We were so excited to open the April issue of Better Homes + Gardens and see..hey! It’s us! Check out the latest issue on the stands and find our Editor-in-Chief Liz Gumbinner and Chief Technologist Beth Blecherman in the Get Smart article by Dory Devlin,...

Get 2000 free movies right on your Android

by Cool Mom Staff | Entertainment

We love the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) iPhone app just as much as our kids do, because it gives us access to thousands of cool Canadian shows, movies, and documentaries–good ones–completely free. But now starting today, you Android owners can reap...

How to get your movie watching in before the Oscars

by Jeana | Entertainment

I love awards season. The glitz, the glamour, the uncomfortable red carpet interviews with Kathy Griffin. But year in and year out, like many parents, I always find myself facing Oscar night without having seen a single nominated movie. Kind of puts you at a...

No sitter tonight? Grab the one you love and stream one of our favorite romantic movies

by Cool Mom Staff | Entertainment

The fact is, the majority of us will not be out enjoying an overpriced prix fixe dinner and complimentary glass of California sparkling wine with our sweethearts tonight, as much as that sounds wonderful. More likely, we’ll be tucking the kids in, then hoping...

The Disney Dream Cruise 5 top tech features. (What, you were expecting animatronic presidents?)

by Beth | Entertainment

Last week, I was thrilled to join a few bloggers and a whole lot of media for the inaugural sailing of the Disney Dream Cruise line from Orlando to the Bahamas. Why yes, I do love my job. Funny you should ask. While my son and I enjoyed outdoor games, swimming, beach...

Readeez, now for your mobile viewing pleasure

by Jeana | Entertainment

If you’re not familiar with Readeez, and you have a child who’s starting to read, then you’re in for a treat. This series of adorably-designed videos are paired with songs, poems and written words to help kids associate letters with their...

And a very BetaMaXmas to you too

by Delilah S. Dawson | Entertainment

There was once a magical time. A time when children waited in breathless anticipation for their favorite Christmas Special to play on TV. There was no DVR or Video On Demand; no rewinding or fast-forwarding; no YouTube; no bathroom breaks. You had only one shot to...

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