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CuriosityStream gives you thousands of compelling documentaries all in one streaming channel
Read Essay →: CuriosityStream gives you thousands of compelling documentaries all in one streaming channelDocumentaries are hot right now. Whether you’re watching President Obama narrate Our Great National Parks with your kids, baking in the schadenfreude…
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Find your own town on this amazing interactive Native Land map
Read Essay →: Find your own town on this amazing interactive Native Land mapI originally stumbled on this incredible Native Land Map when it was shared in honor of Indigenous People’s Day and — wow.…
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5 of the best Santa tracker apps to prove he’s real. Because he is. So there.
Read Essay →: 5 of the best Santa tracker apps to prove he’s real. Because he is. So there.This year is definitely the year of the Santa tracker app. After, all, even the biggest Santa fans among us…
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The Dinner Party is an outstanding resource if you’re dealing with loss and grief
Read Essay →: The Dinner Party is an outstanding resource if you’re dealing with loss and griefThis week, a wonderfully human, poignant video from husband-wife team Mandy Patinkin and Kathryn Grody went viral. Perhaps you’ve seen…
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3 cool ways to try new board games online or play old favorites with friends
Read Essay →: 3 cool ways to try new board games online or play old favorites with friendsWe’re huge board game geeks in my family. Our stack of strategy games is up to the ceiling. And while…
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The new 2020 Election Google Trends page will have you geeking out. (Or freaking out. Depends.)
Read Essay →: 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…
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How to take better holiday photos: 6 fantastic online photo tutorials to make your holidays merrier and brighter. (But not too bright – just the right white balance.)
Read Essay →: How to take better holiday photos: 6 fantastic online photo tutorials to make your holidays merrier and brighter. (But not too bright – just the right white balance.)Every parent wants to know how to take better pictures, especially around Christmas. A few years ago I received the…
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The new Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood website is magic for kids and adults alike
Read Essay →: The new Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood website is magic for kids and adults alikeOne of my very favorite movies this year was the Fred Rogers documentary Won’t You Be My Neighbor?, which simultaneously shed new light…
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One visit to this website can change the entire school year for a U.S. kid in need
Read Essay →: One visit to this website can change the entire school year for a U.S. kid in needWhen we first discovered Daymaker, we fell instantly in love with the organization’s use of tech to easily allow good…
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Where to play all your favorite classic video games from childhood, for free!
Read Essay →: Where to play all your favorite classic video games from childhood, for free!Warning: you’re about to seriously waste some time reliving your childhood. We’ve found the motherlode of retro computer games thanks…
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Here’s a video and lesson for every single element of the periodic table. And it’s free!
Read Essay →: Here’s a video and lesson for every single element of the periodic table. And it’s free!Calling all homeschoolers, chemistry geeks, and STEM lovers! You need to see this incredible free resource from TED-Ed. They’ve launched…
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Is MoviePass good for families? We tried it! | Damn you, Facebook Ads series
Read Essay →: Is MoviePass good for families? We tried it! | Damn you, Facebook Ads seriesEditor’s note: Please scroll to the very bottom for some important updates on our Movie Pass experience. When I first…
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23 cool digital subscription gifts for people who don’t want more stuff | Holiday Tech Guide 2017
Read Essay →: 23 cool digital subscription gifts for people who don’t want more stuff | Holiday Tech Guide 2017We know lots of people who would appreciate a Hulu membership, or a subscription to Netflix over more stuff.
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Make a foster kid’s holiday dreams come true with Daymaker
Read Essay →: Make a foster kid’s holiday dreams come true with DaymakerWe love finding wonderful ways that we can give back and help kids who need it most, especially during the…
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Got design commitment issues? You need this handy new website.
Read Essay →: Got design commitment issues? You need this handy new website.I admit, my decorating skills are limited, and I’m always worried about painting a room only to discover I really…
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The 3 best websites for coordinating meals to deliver to new parents, or neighbors in need.
Read Essay →: The 3 best websites for coordinating meals to deliver to new parents, or neighbors in need.Whatever the case may be, whether it’s sick kids or new neighbors, giving meals goes a really long way. And,…
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Our smart tech tip for finding designer shoes at a great price
Read Essay →: Our smart tech tip for finding designer shoes at a great priceAs a mom of four kids, my budget for designer shoes is…not as robust as some. But, I recently discovered…
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Hey kids, Viola Davis is reading your bedtime story tonight!
Read Essay →: Hey kids, Viola Davis is reading your bedtime story tonight!When Guy Raz, of NPR’s TED Radio Hour and Wow in the World podcast fame, recommends a website for kids,…
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A cool online resource for teaching kids about the U.S. Presidential Inaugurations
Read Essay →: A cool online resource for teaching kids about the U.S. Presidential InaugurationsI was so thrilled to discover this resource guide from the Library of Congress that’s full of a variety of…
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5 of the best Santa apps that prove he’s real. Hear that, Virginia?
Read Essay →: 5 of the best Santa apps that prove he’s real. Hear that, Virginia?We’ve tried a lot of Christmas apps over the years (like, lots), and let’s just say a good Santa app…