Pok Pok Playroom iOS app for kids gets in the Halloween spirit
Following the launch of updates like a music Sequencer, Marble Machine, and Space content, Pok Pok Playroom for kids has received another new release. Many of the app’s toys have new Halloween content that offers fun open-ended play while encour.....»»
Connecting researchers and legislators can lead to policies that reflect scientific evidence
Like most kids of the 1990s, I attended a school that used the original DARE program as a cornerstone initiative in the war on drugs. Congressional funding for this Drug Abuse Resistance Education program surged to over US$10 million per year by 2002.....»»
Teen sued Utah over social media law requiring curfew for minors
Platforms found harming Utah kids will face "crushing" fines starting March 1. Enlarge / Utah high school student Hannah Zoulek sued Utah to block the Social Media Regulation Act from taking effect March 1. (credit: thefire.org).....»»
Twenty years after landing: How NASA"s twin rovers changed Mars science
This month marks the 20th anniversary of Spirit and Opportunity's landing on Mars, part of a mission whose legacy will extend far into the future......»»
3D scanning: Researchers recreate a sacred South African site in a way that captures its spirit
These days, if you want to visit remarkable archaeological sites such as Great Zimbabwe or Petra in Jordan you don't even need to leave your house......»»
10 best YouTube videos for kids
The best YouTube videos for kids including a mix of fun, entertaining, educational, ones that promote positive values, and some silliness, too......»»
Kids start paying attention to accuracy at about age 4
Early on, they're likely to trust humans; a bit later, performance matters more. Enlarge / Why wouldn't you trust this little guy? He's so cute! (credit: Thamrongpat Theerathammakorn) Making mistakes is human, but it's n.....»»
With only the pawprints, researchers study elusive bobcat
One Sunday morning in February of 2021, Dave Duffy's kids told him they had just seen a bobcat through the window of their home near the University of Florida's Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience outside St. Augustine, Florida. They knew their.....»»
Google Glass is back? In spirit, yes
An advanced AR company have brought an impressive new pair to CES 2024 to revive the Google Glass dream......»»
CES 2024: HyperX has a new line of gaming products just for kids
HyperX's Cloud Mini Headsets, Clutch Tanto Mini Wired Controller, and Pulsefire Haste 2 Mini mouse could be your child's next favorite gaming accessories......»»
Two features missing from Apple’s Screen Time parental controls
Have kids with and iPads? As a parent, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with Apple’s Screen Time feature. These parental controls can be found in the Settings app under the Screen Time section on iPhone, iPad, and Mac. Screen Time par.....»»
The best PC games for kids
They might not get as much attention as others, but there are plenty of great PC games for kids. From platformers to sims, here are the best PC games for kids......»»
ChatGPT bombs test on diagnosing kids’ medical cases with 83% error rate
It was bad at recognizing relationships and needs selective training, researchers say. Enlarge / Dr. Greg House has a better rate of accurately diagnosing patients than ChatGPT. (credit: Getty | Alan Zenuk/NBCU Photo Bank/NBCUni.....»»
Apple Arcade says you should play these 30 ‘Essential’ games
To close out the year, Apple Arcade is highlighting a collection of “Essential” titles available on the platform. Across five categories, for kids to adults, solo to multiplayer, and more – here are the 30 games Apple thinks you should play......»»
5 great family movies to watch on Christmas Day
It's Christmastime, which means spending time with the family. These 5 great kids and family movies are a great way to celebrate the holidays......»»
5 best family movies to watch on Christmas Day
It's Christmastime, which means spending time with the family. These 5 great kids and family movies are a great way to celebrate the holidays......»»
Hubble gets festive with a string of cosmic Christmas lights
Researchers using the Hubble Space Telescope are getting into the festive spirit with a holiday image showing a dwarf irregular galaxy called UGC 8091......»»
The best laptops for kids, tested and selected by experts
Younger kids need great laptops just like older kids, and these are the best we could find that provide what those younger kids need......»»
Score last-minute savings on the Echo Dot (5th Gen) Kids and Echo Glow bundle
As of Dec. 21, get the Echo Dot (5th gen) Kids and the Echo Glow for just $27.99, marked down from its regular price of $89.98. That's a 68% discount. SAVE $61.99: Arriving before Dec. 25, the Amazon Echo Dot (5th gen) Kids and Echo Glow bundle.....»»
LG is bringing Baby Shark and high-end art to its smart TVs with a range of new apps
Today LG announced that a range of new personal wellness, educational, and lifestyle apps for kids and grown-ups will be available on its smart TVs......»»
FTC suggests new rules to shift parents’ burden of protecting kids to websites
FTC seeking public comments on new rules to expand children's privacy law. Enlarge (credit: JGI/Jamie Grill | Tetra images) The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is currently seeking comments on new rules that would further.....»»