Helpful online resources to supplement school this year | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 10
Whatever your child is doing for school this year, we know that parents are involved in the process. This year, you might be even more involved that ever. So, we thought it might be helpful to share some helpful online resources (7, to be exact), that will help...
How to boost your WiFi for easier online learning and homeschooling
Remote learning has enough obstacles without also having spotty internet. So I've been researching the best ways to make home WiFi faster and more consistent throughout the household (yes, even in that closet where I hide to watch Indian Matchmaking on Netflix). I've...
Shop at Apple this week, and help the National Park Foundation
If you're already planning on stocking up on your favorite Apple products for back to school like we are (new laptop for online school, anyone?), then this is the week to do it. Now through August 30, any purchase made using Apple Pay means you'll be supporting the...
What’s the best laptop for my kids? | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 9
On this week's episode of Out Tech Your Kids, we're answering the question we're getting from SO many parents right now: How do I pick the right laptop for my child this year? Chromebook? MacBook? Something else? What kind of functionality do the kids really need for...
Free audiobooks for kids on Audible, just in case you missed it
Whether you're putting together your online learning program for the fall, or you need a little break from the KidzBop on your end of summer road trip, you'll be pretty stoked to know that Audible is still offering free audiobooks for kids. Yes, you read that...
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This is a sponsored message for T-Mobile If you're feeling like you've been inundated with more scams and unwanted robocalls these days, you're not alone. Coronavirus scams actually increased 70% from just May to June, and Americans have lost over $80 million dollars...
How can I use tech to get my kids outside? | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 8
If you're like us, then you're doing whatever you can to get your kids outside and enjoy the amazing weather before online school starts and the cold weather hits. Turns out, technology can be a great way to make that happen, which we know might seem a little...
9 must-have gadgets that make homeschooling a little easier
As a brand-new homeschool mom two years ago, I have to say I geeked out a little over my first "me" purchase: a laminator. Nerd alert, right? But seriously, it's one small gadget that I've used over and over and has been a huge help in my homeschooling. So, when...
Online learning this fall? Check out these 5 cool blue light glasses brands for kids
With school going online this fall, we're starting a whole new phase of parent-sanctioned screen time at my house, which is why I've been on the hunt for blue light glasses for kids. The jury's still out concerning exactly how much these glasses protect eyes, but I've...
How can I take better smartphone photos? 5 tips you might not know! Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 7
If you're taking lots of smartphone photos like we are these days, we've got some clever tips and tricks that will totally up your game (and your Insta-cred with your kids). Whether you've got an iPhone or an Android, we think you'll appreciate these 5 simple ways to...
10 of the coolest math apps for preschoolers and little kids
We've been hustling all summer to bring you great online educational resources, from coding camps to homeschooling websites. And now, with what we're calling "back to schooling" we're bringing you a trove of educational apps for kids of all ages. Next on the list?...
7 online resources to supplement your kids’ homeschool learning
Parents are scrambling right now, trying to figure out how to give their kids the best school year possible, which is why we've been working on a series of "back to schooling" posts to help make it a little easier for you. For many parents, this year will involve...
Tech Tips & Tricks to Make Life (Way) Easier
7 must-do tips for spring cleaning your email inbox
We talked last week about tips for spring-cleaning your phone, and this week I'm taking a stab at my email. I'd never let my actual snail mail pile up in a massive overflow of unanswered bills and letters, but for some reason I let my email inbox become an unruly...
9 smart tips for spring cleaning your phone, inside and out.
With spring nearly here, I'm getting antsy to clean up my yard and go through all my closets to get rid of all the junk we've accumulated over the winter. But I'm going to start small, literally, and follow these tips for spring cleaning my phone first. Because, let's...
What parents need to know about YouTube’s new parental controls for tweens and teens
Parents of tweens and teens, we've got good news! YouTube is launching new parental controls specifically for kids in this age group. What a relief to those of us who see the value in letting them watch some of the content on YouTube...but who are exhausted from...
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How to stop fighting with the kids about screen time: Tips that work | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 6
Okay, so plenty of us gave up on the same screen time limits we had pre-Covid. But that's not to say we don't still have screen time fights with the kids. Or uh...arguments? Debates? Gentle disagreements? If you're looking to cut back on the fights, we've got some...
11 awesome reading apps for preschoolers and little kids. We’ve got this, parents!
With back to school right around the corner, or as we're calling it "back to schooling," we're trying to help you feel as empowered as you can when it comes to figuring out your child's educational plans this year during this difficult time. Trust us, we're right...
5 ways smart kids circumvent parental controls | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 5
Kids are pretty darn smart, but we can be smarter, parents! On this week's Out-Tech Your Kids podcast, we're talking about the ways kids can circumvent parental controls so you can be prepared, thanks to the members of our Out-Tech Your Kids Facebook group who bravely...
Can HEPA air purifiers help prevent the spread of COVID-19 in your home? Here’s what you need to know.
Let's talk HEPA air purifiers and the coronavirus. I've started to hear some noise about how these appliances might help prevent the spread of the coronavirus, so I've been reading up to see if buying one is worth the money. The TL;DR version? There's a little good...
5 benefits of kids and social media. Yes, benefits! | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 4
We've always said that all screen time is not created equal! And on this week's Out-Tech Your Kids podcast, we're talking about the benefits of social media for kids. Social media tends to get a bad rap -- let alone specific channels like TikTok or Snapchat -- but it...
Small but powerful: Baby Yoda face masks for the win!
By now we've covered Baby Yoda speakers, pajamas, and Funk POP! figurines, and now I've really hit the jackpot with these Baby Yoda face masks from Etsy shop Nerdy Bird Co. I've been on the hunt for cheerful face masks to counter all the heaviness of what a face mask...
Baby Yoda pajamas! Don’t worry, parents, they come in adult sizes too.
I've been obsessed with Baby Yoda -- like most of the internet -- since he exploded onto the scene with The Mandalorian's release in 2019, so you can imagine how psyched I was when I discovered these Baby Yoda pajamas from Hanna Andersson. Seeing him in memes on my...
How do I quickly search my iPhone photos? | Episode 3 Out-Tech Your Kids
Anyone else have thousands of photos on their phone like us? If you do, then you know how much of a pain it can be trying to find a photo in your albums. That's why on today's episode of Out-Tech Your Kids podcast, we're answering this question: How do I quickly...
11 cool features we’re looking forward to in the new iOS 14
Apple's all set to release the new iOS 14 sometime this fall. And since an operating system update is the only way I'm marking time these quarantine days (Kidding! Mostly.) I was pretty stoked to explore the new features in their preview. And wow, there's so much! I...
How do we teach our kids to make good commenting choices? | Episode 2 Out-Tech Your Kids
"Don't read the comments" isn't going to fly when your kids are old enough to watch YouTube videos without you around, let alone managing their own TikTok accounts. But learning how to be a responsible commenter is a skill that comes in handy with texts, emails, or...
10 awesome online STEM camps for kids
Let's talk about online STEM camps for kids! The closure of so many summer camps has been -- let's face it -- a huge bummer. But the good news is that the virtualization of camp means families aren't limited by geography; you have your choice of a huge range of...
Over 14 super cool virtual summer camps to keep kids busy this summer
I know that a socially distanced summer -- with all the closures and cancellations it entails -- is pretty daunting to parents. Like, ahem, myself. But I've been encouraged to find that there are so many wonderful online resources available right now, including these...