High-tech gifts with a retro feel

Common Sense Media’s “2017 Holiday Gift Guide” features nostalgia gifts for digital kids.  

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Common Sense Media 2017 holiday movie guide for kids

From animation-loving kids to superhero-loving teens, we’ve got you covered for your family trip to the movies this holiday season.

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What every parent needs to know about the YouTube Kids app

 YouTube Kids offers a colorful, easy-to-navigate environment, a wide range of high-quality videos, a few parental controls, and fun features for kids. But concerns over its advertising, branded content, and some inappropriate clips concern parents.

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5 healthy new media rules for young kids

Media and tech will continue to be huge in kids’ lives. Start now to create a balanced, healthy approach.

Common Sense Media reviews help Pittsburgh parents with their choices for kids

“We hope this will be a trustworthy space where we offer unbiased reviews, and at the end of the day, it’s really up to the parent to make the final decision.”

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Top 10 scary movie tips for kids of all ages (Just in time for Halloween!)

Need help choosing the right scary movie for your family? Check out these tips for kids of all ages.

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10 questions about EdTech to ask your kid’s teacher

By asking the right questions of teachers, you can help your kids get the most out of new education technology.

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How to explain scary news to our kids

No matter how old your kids are, threatening or scary news can affect them emotionally, and these feelings can last long after the event. As a parent, you can help your kids deal with all this information.

5 questions for Pittsburgh mom Jennifer Ehehalt of Common Sense Media

The minute a device goes into the hands of a student, the classroom becomes a computer lab, allowing students access to information beyond their school building.