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5 important tech conversations to have with your kids as they head back to school

5 important tech conversations to have with your kids as they head back to school

by Kristen Chase | Tips and Tricks

With back-to-school here, or just around the corner for some of us, I like to take the time to have reinforce some basic tech rules with my kids and have some important tech conversations before things get super hectic. Whether your kids have their own phones or not,...
This emotional support hotline for gamers is delivering mental health support one text at a time.

This emotional support hotline for gamers is delivering mental health support one text at a time.

by Christina Refford | Games + Gaming, Internet Safety

We know many so many families who love online gaming for its temporary escape into cool unique realms and the connection with others who love to play as much as we do. But sometimes real-world problems can follow us into our online games; bullying, harassment, or...
Kids asking for a phone? Here are 5 reasons you should consider the new Teracube Thrive phone for kids.

Kids asking for a phone? Here are 5 reasons you should consider the new Teracube Thrive phone for kids.

by Christina Refford | Gear + Hardware, Kids

I know firsthand how hard it is to decide when is the best age for kids to have their own cell phone. On one hand, we want them to be able to reach us if soccer practice gets out early or they want to leave a sleepover at 1am, but exposing them to the potential...
Help for kids with anxiety: 4 excellent mindfulness podcasts to help soothe the scaries of the world

Help for kids with anxiety: 4 excellent mindfulness podcasts to help soothe the scaries of the world

by Caroline Siegrist | Best Apps, Fitness + Health, Kids

If you need help for kids with anxiety, I am so grateful for these terrific mindfulness podcasts for kids. We all know that unfortunately, anxiety is on the rise for lots of children, including my own. Maybe you’re trying to help a child with chronic anxiety, or...
18 of the best tech gifts for teens — according to actual teens

18 of the best tech gifts for teens — according to actual teens

by Liz Gumbinner | Entertainment, Games + Gaming, Gift Guides, Holiday Picks, Holiday Tech Gifts, Tech Toys

We know shopping for the best tech gifts for teens can be pretty challenging, but in our experience, tech is pretty much always a hit — provided it’s age appropriate. And we’ve got that down! For more than 10 years now, we’ve been in on the...
Our guide to the best headphones for students, from kids to teens | Back to School Guide

Our guide to the best headphones for students, from kids to teens | Back to School Guide

by Liz Gumbinner | Babies, Back to School Tech, Kids

We’ve spent the past several years evaluating the best headphones for students for remote learning, and while kids are back in school, one of the residual effects has been more online learning (and social!) opportunities. Whether kids are doing virtual live...
The Games for Change Challenge highlights the brightest change makers of the next generation

The Games for Change Challenge highlights the brightest change makers of the next generation

by Lisa Barnes | Websites We Love

With all the social and humanitarian crises we are facing as a nation, it’s more important than ever that the next generation is activated toward making a difference. The children are our future, right? Well, here’s one way that’s happening. Meet...
Standing up to book bans, The Brooklyn Public Library is letting all teens access their online catalogue, free

Standing up to book bans, The Brooklyn Public Library is letting all teens access their online catalogue, free

by Caroline Siegrist | Causes and Giving Back, Educational Apps, Tips and Tricks

I’m among millions of parents all over the country concerned about widespread efforts to ban “controversial” books in our public libraries. Especially when the lists include some of our favorite books, and plenty of them are not...
A parents guide to Apple’s affordable new iPhone SE 2022: Why it could be perfect for kids

A parents guide to Apple’s affordable new iPhone SE 2022: Why it could be perfect for kids

by Liz Gumbinner | Gear + Hardware, Internet Safety, Kids, Tips and Tricks

We’ve officially hit the point of full Apple product saturation in our household — and as so many parents in our Out Tech Your Kids community tell us, they have too. So what do you do when you’re all basically on Apple devices, your kid needs a new...
Is my kid ready for a cell phone? 7 essential questions to ask yourself first

Is my kid ready for a cell phone? 7 essential questions to ask yourself first

by Liz Gumbinner | Social Media, Tips and Tricks

We love when parents ask us “how do I know if my kid is ready for a cell phone?” It means you’re conscientious, caring, and involved — and of course, want to make sure that you’re raising a kid to make good choices, and not who...
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