If you want to supervise your child's YouTube experience but you do NOT want them to have a YouTube kids account (or they feel too old for one) you have another option: set them up with a "supervised" YouTube account. What is a supervised YouTube account? With a supervised YouTube account, a child can watch … Continue reading The surprising way to keep your kids safer on YouTube
How to keep kids safer on YouTube
YouTube has revolutionized how we consume videos; we can learn how to fix our dishwasher, check out a new city, or see a new music video all from YouTube. But is it safe for kids? We can make YouTube safer for kids with a few tips. Since anyone can create whatever content they want, it's … Continue reading How to keep kids safer on YouTube
YouTube Kids: How to keep kids safer online
If you've allowed your child access to YouTube for even 5 minutes, you've probably realized YouTube can quickly go to very weird, very not-so-safe places for kids. YouTube has a "kid safe" version called YouTube Kids. This guide will walk you through: What is YouTube Kids? What is a Supervised YouTube account? How are these … Continue reading YouTube Kids: How to keep kids safer online
THE guide to Amazon Fire Kids Tablets
Which Fire Kids tablet should you buy and how do you set it up? This guide will walk you through it. For families with young kids, a tablet is one of the first screen time/gaming tools they may use. iPads are versatile and intuitive, but also fragile and expensive. Amazon Fire Kids (formerly known as … Continue reading THE guide to Amazon Fire Kids Tablets
Buying a Nintendo Switch “for Dummies” Guide
Your child is begging for a game console, you finally think you're ready to say yes, and you've heard about the Nintendo Switch. Is it right for your family? What's the difference between the Switch, the Switch Lite, and the OLED Switch? Do you need extra accessories? You are in the right place to get … Continue reading Buying a Nintendo Switch “for Dummies” Guide
The Gamer Gift Guide
Do you have a gamer in your life? Wondering what to get them for an upcoming event or holiday? You’re in the right place! If you’re not a gamer, you might not be sure what to give a gamer kid who loves specific games and nothing else. Do we just give them money to buy … Continue reading The Gamer Gift Guide
A Video Game Hack to Get Kids Ready for the Day
If your kids struggle to get out the door on time, or have everything they need for the day, video games can help! Yes, really! But like many things I suggest, this is a way to use video games to help with underlying skills. Why is it so hard for kids to get ready? Many … Continue reading A Video Game Hack to Get Kids Ready for the Day
Gift ideas for the gamer in your life
Do you have a gamer in your life? Wondering what to get them for an upcoming event or holiday? You’re in the right place!If you’re not a gamer, you might not be sure what to give a gamer kid who loves specific games and nothing else. Do we just give them money to buy Vbucks … Continue reading Gift ideas for the gamer in your life
How to choose your child’s first game
Wanting to introduce your child to gaming but don’t know where to start? You’re in the right placeThe most frequent question I’m getting lately is “what games do I start with?” or “What games do I use for my [3, 5, 6, etc.] year old?” First: including games is a huge decision for your family. … Continue reading How to choose your child’s first game