There's no doubt that multimedia distractions are everywhere these days, and overexposure to Saturday morning cartoons, internet games and smartphone apps can negatively impact kids' social and intellectual growth.A study conducted by the Associated Press and AOL found that 40 percent of parents leave children unattended while playing video or computer games. Because of … [Read more...] about How can video games make your kids smarter?
Archives for August 2012
Movie Review: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
Rated: PGRunning Time: 1 hour, 34 minutesRelease Date: August 3, 2012Child-friendly? Whether your little ones are wimpy, brave or anywhere in between, it's a safe bet that they'll relate (especially your pre-adolescent boys) to the classic, coming-of-age hijinks that "wimpy kid" Greg Heffley and his friends get into during a summer stint at a snooty … [Read more...] about Movie Review: Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days
Flying with kids: Top 3 tips for avoiding in-flight tantrums
There is perhaps no travel situation more feared than being stuck on a plane with a screaming, energetic child. Whether it's a quick domestic flight or a 12-hour trek from LA to Australia, misbehaving children can become a burden for yourself and everyone around you. Here are some travel tips to make flying with your kids a far more pleasant experience.1. Give them some … [Read more...] about Flying with kids: Top 3 tips for avoiding in-flight tantrums