Don't you hate it when you're about to go out and you realize you don't have a pocket for your cellphone? You may have room for it in your purse, but there are times when you're running around and a purse isn't convenient. When I took my son to the Maker Faire in New York, I didn't want to carry a purse. The … [Read more...]
Kids
Technology’s Impact on Children and Teens
Learn how technology, smartphones, and social media are rewiring childhood and impacting mental health. Discover Jonathan Haidt’s practical advice for parents to balance tech use and help kids thrive.
5 More Must-Have STEAM Gifts to Spark Curiosity in Kids
By Lori Cunningham In the first part of this series, we explored five Top STEAM Gifts that inspire creativity and learning. From Magnetic Tiles for building to coding with Sphero Robotic Balls, each gift offered kids a chance to develop essential skills while having fun. If you missed it, make sure to check out […]
5 Top STEAM Toys for Kids
by Lori Cunningham Christmas is upon us once more! As a STEAM teacher for the past five years, I have had the opportunity to see firsthand what excites children and motivates them to learn and explore. If you can stimulate your child’s curiosity early and continue finding ways to help them explore, you’ll […]
Technology
ChatGPT for FamiliesPrompts and Answers
ChatGPT for Families Prompts and Answers is a continuation of our previous article, entitled AI for Families – an introduction to AI and how it’s useful. ChatGPT is a friendly, conversational tool (using typing) to elicit advice and assistance from Artificial Intelligence (AI). It can be an extremely useful tool for everyday assistance at […]
An Eco Backpack with Style and Sustainability
Want to save the environment while schlepping your stuff around? This eco backpack from Lenovo is made from 34 water bottles.
A Faster Way to Transfer Files Between Computers
Looking for an easy way to transfer files from one PC to another? The j5create Wormhole Cable makes this task easier.
TECHNOTES: Where Can I Buy A Used Cellphone?
November 13, 2018 by · Leave a Comment
Thinking of buying a used cellphone? Not sure where to start? There are a lot of places you can buy a used cellphone, but some carry higher risks than others. Buying the latest cellphone every year is not feasible for most. And with the latest and hottest cellphones by Apple and Samsung touting a near $1,000 … [Read more...]
Clean more than Your Floors With This Steam Cleaner
November 9, 2018 by · Leave a Comment
Last month we wrote about the Sienna Trio Shine 3-in-1 Jewelry Cleaner and Sanitizer. We were impressed at how well it shines gemstones. It is a high-quality product. Now we are testing a sister product called the Sienna Luna Plus, a steam cleaner mop. But it is so much more than a mop Using only … [Read more...]
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