Baby Einstein video refund
After complaints that its baby videos had been marketed deceptively, Disney succumbs to pressure from angry parents and offers refunds.
Won't Back Down: a movie review
Hollywood takes on education reform in this new movie inspired by real events — but is it more true story or tall tale?
Is the Hunger Games too violent?
Millions of children are already possessed by The Hunger Games trilogy, now the first movie is on its way. Has children’s media become too addictive — and too violent?
Tech can help learning disabilities
Author and activist Ben Foss sheds light on how assistive technologies can make all the difference in how a child does in school.
Can tech make your student smarter?
Learning guru Annie Murphy Paul did some digging to determine which tech tools will smarten up your child — and which could do the reverse. It all depends on the tech.
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Keeping kids safe online
As kids use the Internet more and more, parents need to guide them to be web savvy. Here's how.
Digital parenting guide
You don't have to be a tech whiz to help your child safely explore the digital wilderness — or to avoid these six common pitfalls. Our guide can show you the way.
Why I cyberstalk my teens
One tech fanatic sets her kids free online and then spies on them relentlessly. Is this the right way to parent in the digital age?
Should your kids learn online?
Weigh the pros and cons of leaving the analog classroom behind with these seven steps.
Digital tools that helps the family
A free printable guide packed with tools that'll whip your family's busy life into shape and set you up for your smoothest back-to-school season ever.
Is my son addicted to screens?
Is my son's screen use "normal" for kids his age? Or has our whole country gone insane, raising a generation of children who are dangerously addicted to any and every screen?
Fun ways to read with your child
You have a big influence on your child when you read together. Learn how to make the most of this special time.
Should kids hang out at Club Penguin?
Internet sites for tweens are booming, but are they safe? Is this what our kids should be doing?
What to consider before buying a computer
Whether you're buying your child her first laptop or replacing the dinosaur in the family room, consider these basic points.
Writing letters
How you can help at home: Writing a letter using a word-processing program helps your child build writing skills.
8 tips for raising tech-savvy kids
Help your child learn to use technology by integrating it into your home.
Activity: Family memory book
Your child can practice language arts skills as she preserves family memories.
Blog all about it
Reluctant writers may just need an online audience.
In defense of video games
Chances are your child is already engaged with games like Mario Cart or Tomb Raider -- if not in your living room then at a friend's house. Learn how to make video games work for you.
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