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- 5 Critical Skills Children Learn Through Learning Activities - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2017 from Aaron KesslerI remember, countless times as a kid, when I would pepper my parents with every question imaginable. Why is the sky blue? Do toads give you warts? What is the distance between the sun and the moon? Who is the fastest NFL football player? Where is Alaska? Who…What…Where…Why…and ...
Views: 1205 - The Up-Side to Forcing Family Dinners - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYou have probably heard all the studies — family dinners are a great way to bond with your kids and provide many benefits that will help them in their childhood, teen years, and into adulthood. While you might not want to push your kids to participate in those family meals, the benefits ...
Views: 1392 - Do Standards-Based Learning Worksheets Make Learning Engaging? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2017 from Aaron KesslerImagine a situation where your child, who is starting college, gives you a call and says she is failing her philosophy, art and creative writing classes. She tested extremely well all throughout high school on standardized exams and can regurgitate any material given to her. Now, imagine ...
Views: 1038 - 17 Benefits Of Educational Games On Early Learning - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2017 from Aaron KesslerAs a young kid, I was a brat. We all were brats because of your existence and experiences, up to that point, led you to believe that you were the center of the universe. I distinctly remember playing an educational card game with my mom, and she beat me. I was upset, threw a tantrum, and ...
Views: 1066 - What Age is Appropriate to Introduce Technology to Kids? - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2017 from Aaron KesslerTechnology and digital media are a daily aspect of adults’ lives today, and the same goes for our children. Conversations about digital media, social media and early childhood learning focus on whether these new technologies may be a part of early childhood education, at home or school. In ...
Views: 1044 - Protecting your children from Kidnappig - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Odds are that as a parent, you have already talked to your child about “stranger danger” before. It is a nightmare of any parent: your child has gone missing. Talking to your child about the dangers of kidnapping are very important, and you might think that you have already done a sufficient job ...
Views: 854 - 5 Places You Have to See With Your Kids Before They Are Grown - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2017 from Jeremy SutterOne of the greatest things about being a parent is seeing the world through your child’s eyes. As adults, it’s easy to fall into the trap of feeling like you’ve “seen it all.” But the world is a pretty amazing place, and kids have a way of looking at things with a ...
Views: 1019(1 vote) - Benefits of Interactive Toys for a Developing Child - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2017 from Toy CartThese days parents are looking for fun ways to educate their kids. So what better than introducing your little ones to the world of Interactive toys. This not only makes learning fun but also interesting for your little nerds. There are countless benefits of interactive toys but the main ...
Views: 2549 - How to Get Your Child to Take Their Personal Health Seriously - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2017 from Hannah WhittenlyYou probably remember not thinking too much about your health when you were a little kid. This lack of attention to health care concerns could have grown with you into adulthood and led to some deleterious effects. Instead of allowing your kids to go down the same path, integrate some ...
Views: 966 - Ideal To Buy Baby Products Online - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2017 from Wajahat AliYou must be aware of the fact that there are wide varieties of products that are available for the babies. In this age of internet, it will definitely not be difficult for you to buy products online, because there are wide varieties of online products that you can buy. Therefore, one of the best ...
Views: 1113 - How Phones Can Damage Kids - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Cell phones. They are becoming so popular in society that our kids can’t seem to go a minute without them. It feels like kids are on them all the time with their faces just dug in them. When you try to talk to them about their day at dinner, they’re on them. When you are in the car, they’re on ...
Views: 1389 - What To Do If Your Child Goes Missing - by Submitted on Aug 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Odds are that your child is not going to go missing. However, in this day and age, you can never be too prepared. Though uncommon, missing children cases happen every day. Being prepared can be the difference in life and death for your child! The first thing that you should do is contact the ...
Views: 1032 - Are We Teaching Our Children It’s Ok To Hate? - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2017 from Cheryl Piper-SnyderAre We Teaching Our Children It’s Ok To Hate? I just had to express my thoughts on this subject after a Facebook post I read. As I’m scrolling through my FB feed I see a post from a young mother that is part of my FB friends. She shared that her young child announced in a group setting that ...
Views: 885 - THE TRAUMA OF CHILDREN OF ADDICTS AND ALCOHOLICS - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2017 from Darlene LancerLiving with an addict (including alcoholics[1]) can feel like life in a war zone. The addict’s personality changes caused by addiction create chaos. Family dynamics are organized around the substance abuser, who acts like a tyrant, denying that drinking or using is a problem, while issuing ...
Views: 1294(3 votes) - How do you balance teenage and tween privacy with safe use of technology? - by Submitted on Aug 09, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Your little one isn’t so little anymore. And with their age also comes increased curiosity and responsibilities--both in real life and on the net. The World Wide Web is a fascinating place, but it’s also somewhere you should tread carefully. Instill in your child the right amount of caution and ...
Views: 1225 - Privacy and Phone Monitoring - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet and cell phones have completely changed the world. Whether it is kids having the ability to watch funny videos of animals on YouTube or them finding out how to solve a rubik’s cube, the internet has given them unparalleled access to information. Since the internet provides such a ...
Views: 1294 - The Good and Bad of Classroom Technology - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Stats Prior to the advent of cellphones and laptops, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. They would pass notes and talk over the teacher, but technology has significantly changed the source of where they are becoming unfocused. Getting distracted by ...
Views: 1388 - The Role of Play and Developing Fine Motor Skills - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2017 from Aaron KesslerWith the advent and rapid adoption of the iPad and overall tablet technology, kids are not developing fine motor skills. Today, many arrive at school without enough hand strength and coordination to use scissors or hold a pencil correctly. In fact, only about half can hold a pencil ...
Views: 891 - Should Parents Use GPS Tracking on their Kids? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Finding the way to the closest Walmart. Sending your location to a friend. Looking up good Italian restaurants within a walking distance. While we often take these things for granted in the 21st century, these only became possible recently with the rapid development of GPS tracking and mobile ...
Views: 1373 - Why Open Communication With Our Kids is More Vital Now Than Ever - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Although many are called to parenthood, few have the skill and the perseverance to be effective moms and dads, the kind that raise well-balanced, confident, independent children. Their parenting secret? Open communication—one of the most important factors of a healthy, happy family ...
Views: 1207 - 5 Ways to be a Better Mom - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2017 from Harper HarmonMost moms want to continue working harder at their parenting skills and connecting with their children as they grow and develop. Although there's not a particular formula or a book that will tell you how to be the perfect parent, there are a few ways to become a better mom. You may not have all ...
Views: 1490 - Does a Parent Have Control Over a Child's Phone (Even if They Bought it With Their Own Money)? - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.It depends what you mean by the word “control.” Do the parents have the authority to confiscate it (for example, as a punishment)? I would say yes. Do they have control over what the child does on it? I would say to some degree. That’s where the gray area starts, though, since different families ...
Views: 1147 - Teenage Sleep Deprivation - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Sleep. It is something we need and love. However, we deprive ourselves from it almost everyday. Unfortunately, teenagers are doing the same. The main reason for that may be another thing we love-- our phones. Lack of sleep can cause long term health effects and can negatively affect our ...
Views: 1263 - Phone Monitoring- What Should I Tell My Kids? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! You have decided to monitor your kid’s phone. They are not entirely the most enthusiastic about this, and they are wondering why you have decided to do this to them since their friends’ parents don’t do it. However, they are actually mistaken. Many stats from the Pew Research Center ...
Views: 1233 - Open Communication Is Key to Online Safety - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Open communication with your child is the key to online safety. These days, social media and other use of the internet is inevitable. You can not keep your kids off of the internet. This concerns many parents because social media is an ideal place for online predators to groom and research their ...
Views: 1055 - Know the signs of online danger - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.It seems as if us parents had it easy growing up. There was so much less to worry about. We didn’t have to focus on how many Instagram followers we had, how many likes our pictures got, or how many Facebook friends we had; social media simply did not exist. In fact, the internet didn’t even ...
Views: 854 - How to Write a Cell Phone Contract with Your Child - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Cell phones are an inevitable part of a child’s life. All of their friends are on them, and a lot of socialization with their peers happens on social media. They also need IT skills for school and life in general. However, just because they’re necessary doesn’t mean they have to take over their ...
Views: 973 - Fun Idea’s for Children’s Gardening - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2017 from Rebecca YoungShould we be trying to get our young involved in gardening? Absolutely! My theory is that if we go back to hunter-gatherer times, our teens and early twenties would have been our prime hunting time. We’d be needed to get meat for the tribe. Once we got old (around 25), we’d be less useful. ...
Views: 784 - What To Do If Your Child Goes Missing - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.You have to know how to react when your child is missing Although true abduction cases are very rare, sometimes you may find yourself in a situation where you can't find your child. In this moment it's important to stay calm, and be prepared to get help immediately. When you suspect your ...
Views: 837 - Finding a Balance - Privacy vs Monitoring Your Child’s Device - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Raising children is difficult, and often means striving to strike a perfect balance. They need to eat their vegetables, but a cookie here or there won’t hurt. They need to do well at school, but you don’t want to push them too hard. You want them to become independent, but they’re still children ...
Views: 1287 - Overlooked Facts on Cyber Bullying: Self Esteem, Self Confidence, Body Image, and Eating Disorders - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The only thing we want as parents is the best for our children. Not knowing what kind of risks your child is exposed to can be vexing. Statistics show that most children don’t mention when they encounter problems on the internet. How can you watch out for them and make sure you are giving them ...
Views: 1076 - Should You Let Your Child Meet Their Internet Friend in Person? - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Mom/Dad, can I go meet my Internet friend in person? To be absolutely-100%-embarrassingly-so-honest, my gut reaction to this question would be “No!! What if it’s some creep! Or a scammer!! What if they kidnap you!! Or worse! Don’t you know how dangerous that is?!?!?!” But, of course, I ...
Views: 1138 - Cell Phone Agreements - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Parents! Your kid is starting to struggle in school. You don’t know exactly why, but you may think it is because of their phone. Parents want the best for their kids, and your mindset of phones negatively affecting kids is not completely unfounded. The numbers are also in your favor. Teenagers ...
Views: 1195 - The Strategies Hackers And Techies Use When Their Kids Play Online - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYes, even hackers care what their children do online. As for those who are immersed in the technology industry, their caution concerning the online activities of their children makes sense as well; as people highly invested in tech, they know exactly what lurks on the internet. Yet not all ...
Views: 1121 - The Strategies Hackers And Techies Use When Their Kids Play Online - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonYes, even hackers care what their children do online. As for those who are immersed in the technology industry, their caution concerning the online activities of their children makes sense as well; as people highly invested in tech, they know exactly what lurks on the internet. Yet not all ...
Views: 1601 - What the Statistics Say About Cyber Bullying - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.According to McAfee’s, “2014 Teens and the Screen study: Exploring Online Privacy, Social Networking and Cyberbullying,” 52% of students have reported having experienced some form of cyberbullying. Of these, 20% experience electronic harassment on a regular basis. 87% of young respondents ...
Views: 884 - Internet Safety Facts Parents Should Know About - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet is such a part of our everyday lives now. In fact, we probably don’t even give it second thought. If you want the answer to something, just google it. How convenient! Your children’s generation is the first to grow up with this advanced access. It’s no surprise if they know more ...
Views: 917 - Problems Teenagers Have with Technology - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Technology is a wonderful thing. It has increased societal efficiency, saved lives, made communication easier, and has provided greater access to information than ever before. However, not everyone views technology as being entirely beneficial. Teenagers are a group that particularly feel a lot ...
Views: 2021 - Spying on your kids - should you do it? - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Hey parents! Here’s a hypothetical for you: You come home from a long day at work and start making dinner. You’re excited to hear about your child’s day at school, how their history presentation went and what friends they sat with at lunch. The burgers are done and you bring everything out to ...
Views: 1037 - Google is teaching kids to “Be Internet Awesome” with new game about online safety - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.It was a good Internet Safety Month (June) this year! Did you know that nowadays children as young as 7 years old have their own smartphones/digital devices and about 90% have had access to the Internet since the age of 9 or younger? That said, it’s crucial to educate your kids on the ...
Views: 1978 - Kids Aren’t Getting Enough Sleep — and the Culprit May be in Their Pocket - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Any parent of older children knows - they aren’t getting enough sleep. Dragging your child out of bed in the morning is almost harder than getting them to do their homework or clean their room. Not only does this sleep deprivation make their mornings hard, it can have long term effects, too. ...
Views: 1265(1 vote) - Keeping Your Kids Safe on Vacation - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Family vacations are great. It’s fun to get away from the chaos of everyday life and relax with your family! However, traveling with young children can be nerve wracking, especially if your family is traveling to a different country. While international travel is a great experience for ...
Views: 842 - Phones and Technology in the Classroom - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.Background Statistics Before cell phones were invented, kids were the biggest distractions to each other in the classroom. Things like passing each other notes and talking over the teacher were prevalent, but the source of students’ distractions has significantly changed with the advent of ...
Views: 1219 - 5 Steps to Take When Giving a Child Up for Adoption - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2017 from Harper HarmonGiving up a child for adoption can be an emotionally difficult process. If you're pregnant and thinking about giving your baby up for adoption, you have likely thought long and hard about your options, weighed the consequences of each, and decided that this is the best route for you to ...
Views: 1636 - Internet Safety Facts Parents Should Know About - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.The internet is such a part of our everyday lives now. In fact, we probably don’t even give it second thought. If you want the answer to something, just google it. How convenient! Your children’s generation is the first to grow up with this advanced access. It’s no surprise if they know more ...
Views: 1184 - The Power Of Words - Choose Them Carefully To Heal Not Harm - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2017 from Harry HooverDo you understand the power of words? Words can be terribly effective weapons when used with malice. I have a friend who was verbally abused while growing up. Today – at 47 – he still suffers the wounds from the words used on him by his mother. “You’re no good,” she told him. “You’ll never ...
Views: 1005 - 7 Tips on Setting Cell Phone Rules with Your Child - by Submitted on May 26, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.According to the Pew Research Center: "Only 12 percent of children ages 13 to 17 don’t have access to a cell phone". Whoa! That means more kids either have their own mobile phone or have access to mom and dad’s. If your child is begging for a phone, they’re not exactly alone. When you decide ...
Views: 1138 - How Do Mom and Dad Teach a Fussy Toddler Good Oral Health? - by Submitted on May 17, 2017 from Rachelle WilberMany toddlers do not want to cooperate when it comes time to brush and floss their teeth every day. While it might seem easier just to skip it, this is putting your child's oral health at risk. Try these four strategies to get your toddler to understand the importance of healthy teeth and to be ...
Views: 910 - The Mental Health Benefits Of Tackling Fitness As A Family - by Submitted on May 04, 2017 from Tyler JacobsonLife as a parent is pretty hectic even on the best of days. With such frenzied lifestyles, staying active can feel like an uphill battle. You just can’t find the time to work out and even worse, your children seem to pick up your sedentary habits. However, the sooner you start ...
Views: 948 - 7 Online Safety Reminders For Your Child: GPS Locations, Privacy Settings, and More - by Submitted on May 03, 2017 from KidGuard Inc.No parent wants their child’s safety to be compromised online or in any other way. Between hackers, online predators, cyberbullying and other web safety issues, it is more important now than ever to remind your kids to stay safe online. It can also be hard if you don’t know what steps to take to ...
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