2+ hour, 50+ min ago  (655+ words) Everyone should know how to report junk and block unwanted callers, but the unknown texter experience can teach other valuable lessons, too. If you own a phone, you've likely received a text or call from an unknown number. It's such…...

1+ week, 2+ hour ago  (646+ words) Not sure what to make of your kid's online gaming friendships? A researcher explains how these relationships form, evolve and support kids' social lives. Online gaming has become one of the main ways kids hang out'they're messaging, talking and building…...

3+ week, 2+ hour ago  (497+ words) Worried about your teen's online connections? Here's what's really happening with teen dating'and how to have supportive conversations. When I asked parents about teen dating apps, most of them said the same thing: I think something's happening, but I don't…...

4+ week, 2+ hour ago  (483+ words) A phone's built-in controls are only one part of an internet safety system for kids. Here, a parent shares her simple, but effective approach. I talk about digital parenting on TV. I test parental control apps the way some people…...

1+ mon, 1+ week ago  (818+ words) Kids can ask anything and devices will answer. With the right direction, parents can help kids use voice-activated devices to create meaningful learning moments. Here's how. "Are lions all around the world, or are they specifically in Africa natively? And…...

2+ mon, 1+ week ago  (573+ words) Total digital detox? Not likely. But this mom and digital parenting coach shares how families can reboot and recharge without missing what matters. It can feel daunting for families to take a day completely offline. What if something happens at…...

2+ mon, 2+ week ago  (918+ words) From bedtimes to safe lists: how to set age-appropriate rules on your internet router When parents ask me about home internet routers, I often say that a router is one of the most important devices in your house. Virtually every…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (581+ words) Discover how Verizon's new Family Tech Agreement'created with FOSI'helps families build healthy digital habits together with expert guidance and simple, real-life tools. "The most effective tech agreements are the ones families create side by side," says Stephen Balkam, Founder and…...

2+ mon, 4+ week ago  (646+ words) Fambushing" is a blend of family" and ambush," and it happens when kids use location sharing to find or surprise parents. Learn how this playful trend can open up new ways to connect and set healthy digital habits. When Meg…...

4+ mon, 1+ week ago  (403+ words) For all they give, teachers often find themselves stretching every dollar, making personal sacrifices to serve others. They deserve more than our appreciation " they deserve support that recognizes the profound impact of their daily dedication. Teaching extends far beyond classroom…...