Here’s what you need to know about Twitch Watch Parties (Think Netflix Party, but… on Twitch)
Just last week, Twitch launched Watch Parties, a feature that allows Twitch creators to watch Prime Video TV shows and movies with their communities. Whether you've got a kid on Twitch, or maybe you're looking for a way to watch your Amazon faves with friends and...
Smart tech tips to help with online learning | Out-Tech Your Kids Ep 11
For most of us, our kids will be engaging in some form of online learning this fall. So, we decided to poll our Out-Tech Your Kids Facebook Group members and get their favorite tech tips to help make the whole process a little easier. We hope they help you as much as...
The new 2020 Election Google Trends page will have you geeking out. (Or freaking out. Depends.)
Just yesterday, Google launched their 2020 Election Google Trends page, which allows you to see exactly what the rest of the country is searching for these days. And as a parent, IÂ bet civically-minded kids would love to learn more about what's happening in their own...
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...
5 of the best affordable headphones for kids and teens, which are perfect for online learning
With so many of our kids headed back to school this fall from the comfort of our living rooms (oof), we wanted to take a look at some of the best headphones for students who are remote learning this fall. There are a lot of factors we've thought about here—from...
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...
Over 10 terrific reading apps for upper elementary and middle school kids
Back to School certainly feels different this year, with so much uncertainty and change to our normal school schedule. But one thing that will be certain is that our older kids will need to shake their brains out of summer mode and hit the books, be it with masked...
10 of the smartest and most interesting math apps for upper elementary and middle school kids
Whether your upper elementary or middle school student will be attending school full-time in person or will be in 100% virtual classes at home (or a mix of the two), I know that many of us are dreading one specific moment: that first time they ask for help with their...
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...
Scam Shield gets rid of scams and unwanted robocalls, finally | Sponsored Message
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...
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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...
5 ways to use tech to document your family’s stories from the pandemic
When our state was put under a stay-at-home order back in the middle of March, 2020, I told my 11-year old that she should start writing in her journal every day because this was going to be a time in history that her kids and their kids after them would be hearing...
Here’s how to make that Facebook Avatar that looks nothing like you.
If you're like me, then your Facebook feed has been filled with everyone's new Facebook avatar. It's also been filled with people saying how they look nothing like them. And I have to be honest, I totally agree. So of course, I had to give it a try myself. But it's...
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...
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...