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6 Tips for Teaching Kids About Money

Given the importance of money management throughout one’s life, teaching children about finances should probably rank high on the priority list. Schools tend to fall short when it comes to economics...

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Why Amazon Fire TV is the Ideal Streaming Box for Families

Amazon has joined the likes of Apple TV , Google TV (or soon to be Android TV), Roku, and more in the increasingly crowded digital media player market. For the unfamiliar, a digital media player can be...

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10 Best Apps for Homeschooling Parents

When it comes to apps for students, there are literally thousands of educational options out there. But what about apps for homeschooling moms and dads? We set out to find the best apps for...

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Three Great Mobile Apps Developed by Students

Building mobile apps takes time, knowledge and skill. Some developers hone the craft sooner rather than later. Last December, K12 challenged students to use their technology skills and love of science...

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Mobile Apps for Preschoolers: Set Sail on a Boat Adventure

Ahoy! We spy a new app on the horizon! In K12’s newest among mobile apps for preschoolers called Boat Adventure: Short Vowel Sounds, players travel from stop to stop on their way to one of three...

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Snapchat Update Causes Classroom Chaos, Privacy Concerns

Messaging app Snapchat’s latest update has reportedly caused at least one high school classroom to descend into chaos. Many parents are no doubt wondering why an app update would generate such a strong...

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Why Google Drive is the Perfect Tool for Homeschool Students

Homeschooling and online schooling families want flexibility. They want the freedom to work when they want, where they want, without being tied to a desk in a classroom. One tool that can help provide...

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How to Throw an Amazing DIY Minecraft Party

Looking for an awesome birthday party idea? Look no further! Here’s an amazing DIY Minecraft party that any Minecraft-obsessed kid would love! This incredible project comes from designer and mom, Ji...

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Best of .GOV: Free Games for Kids

11 Sites with Free Games for Kids, Powered by the USA When you think government, one of the last things on your mind would be fun kids’ games. But what if I told you that there are plenty of government...

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What is Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft?

If your kids have been telling you about a game called Hearthstone, you might be wondering why they’re suddenly so interested in stone lined fireplaces. Hearthstone is a new turn-based card game that...

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Great Road Trip Games and Activities

Summer means time for road trips, but also logging many hours along the way. Whatever form of transportation you’ll be embarking on, it’s always good to have some form of entertainment to bring along...

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7 Great New Math Games For Android

Today we’re sharing some of the latest ways for students to learn and reinforce math concepts by using engaging mobile games and puzzles. Check them out, and if you know of other great apps, let us...

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Let Google’s “Field Trip” App Be Your Guide

Discover Points of Interest with Field Trip You know, it’s really a shame that throughout our daily lives we may find ourselves near some really interesting or historical spots, and never know they’re...

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Mojang Releases ‘Biggest Update Yet’ with Minecraft PE 0.9.0

The immense popularity of Minecraft can’t be overstated. With around 45 million copies sold across all platforms (PC/Mac, Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and mobile) it’s one of the best-selling games of all...

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Back to School: Scheduling Tools to Keep Parents Sane

The summer is coming to an end and it’s time to start gearing up for back to school. That means stocking up on school supplies, organizing your student’s study space, and planning for the busier pace...

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Smarty Pins Trivia Game Makes ‘Google Maps’ Educational

Google has a knack for making their services fun to use, and the company has recently released a fun new way to interact and learn with one of their most popular services, Google Maps. This new...

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Back to School: iPhone and Android Apps to Keep Students Organized

While notebooks and pencils will always have their place on the school supplies list, when it comes to staying organized, today’s students have more high-tech options than the old student planner. From...

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Back to School: Tech Tips for Parents

Today we’re sharing some of our favorite tech tips as part of our back-to-school series. We aim to bring you up to speed on some of the latest tools and technology that you can employ to organize your...

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Back to School: Must-Have Apps for Busy Parents

These must-have apps for parents can help manage every part of your busy life this back to school season and beyond. From money, to grocery shopping, to keeping track of your kids and their schedules,...

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Back to School: Top 12 iPhone and Android Apps for Students

Back-to-school season is a great time to ensure you have an arsenal of tools going into the next school year. Staying organized and having all the necessary materials are key. Technology is also a big...

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