Here's a fact you may not know. The very popular war simulation games our kids and teens love to play and beg us to buy for them despite the intensity and violence are created by the same groups who make the US Department of Defense's simulation programs for our … [Read more...] about CyberSecurity Tip 6: A game made for the military is too violent for a kid
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CyberSecurity Tip 5: Dr. Gwenn’s Guide to Online Behavior
The best way to teach kids how to behave online is to behave appropriately online ourselves. If we are stellar examples of digital citizens and treat each other with respect online, our kids will pick up those behaviors and treat each other well, too. … [Read more...] about CyberSecurity Tip 5: Dr. Gwenn’s Guide to Online Behavior
CyberSecurity Tip 3: Wordless Wednesday – modern teen life
A sign of our times... but do we really know what they are doing and if they are safe? Checking in with our teens once in a while when they are in their texting zone helps you have a reality check with them and lets your teens know there is a world beyond the … [Read more...] about CyberSecurity Tip 3: Wordless Wednesday – modern teen life
Survival Tips for Graduation Weekend
Do you have a graduate in your house? We do. Even as a "veteran" graduation parent, celebrating a graduation is still one of the most emotional roller coasters you'll ever experience. It's an awesome occasion but brings with it all sorts of emotions and chaos. … [Read more...] about Survival Tips for Graduation Weekend
Book Review: Scholastic At Home…Girls Life Club
When my youngest daughter was 9 and solidly a tween, I noticed very quickly her interests changed overnight to included everything from fashion concerns to friendship angst, and even boys with noticeable hormones churning at every corner. Like most 4th graders, her teacher gave … [Read more...] about Book Review: Scholastic At Home…Girls Life Club