Ah, imagine a simpler time when people actually had time to invent solutions for problems that don't exist, instead of sitting around all day fretting about problems that appear insolvable. Educators came up with the idea during a brainstorming session, as a way to foster a "calmer and inclusive atmosphere in the classroom," the Daily Mail reports. Students, ages 7 to 11, … [Read more...] about UK town bans hand-raising in class
All dads need to read: Meet the New Super People
This article in the New York Times discusses the "new super people:" Kids, who by 18, have resumes that most 40 year olds would be proud to show. [From Meet the New Super People - NYTimes.com] I've long been concerned that kids, and many parents today, still don't fully appreciate the competitive environment that is growing for our kids. Many, if not most, parents I know … [Read more...] about All dads need to read: Meet the New Super People
Review: Griffin Beacon for iPhone
As a lazy dad who believes that the invention of the remote control is truly proof of God's existence and New Testament beneficence, we had to try the Griffin Beacon. Griffin Beacon, using technology from Dijit, turns your iPhone or iPad into a universal remote control. This is a trick that is harder than you might imagine. Griffin had to create a piece of hardware that sits … [Read more...] about Review: Griffin Beacon for iPhone
Review: The Civil War by Innovative Kids
We love the picture books by David McCauley (The Mosque, The Cathedral, The City, and many others) because both my son and I learn a lot. They are a springboard for other discussions and a reference point when we are out looking at other things. The best kids books for dads to read are books like these that are written in a way that interest and inspire both dads and … [Read more...] about Review: The Civil War by Innovative Kids
JPMA Innovation Award winners
I'm at the new ABC Kids show on Louisville where I judged the JPMA Innovation Awards. After culling a long list of 127 entries over the summer, we looked at 52 products yesterday. The winners this year are: 1. Five Phases shatter resistant baby bottle 2. OXO Perfect pull wipes 3. Magnificent Baby magnetic fastener union suit 4. Bubble Bum car booster seat in a bag 5. Munchkin … [Read more...] about JPMA Innovation Award winners