Children and Technology Blog

Kids' App of the Week: Toca Band

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 20, 2012 Comments ()

Future mixers, DJs, composers and pop artists will get a kick out of the latest app from Toca Boca, Toca Band. Toca Band takes kids of all ages on a musical adventure and lets them create their own harmonies, rhythms and chart-topping musical medleys.

“It Can Wait” – Take the Pledge to Stop Texting and Driving

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 19, 2012 Comments ()

Today, September 19^th, is the day to officially pledge your support for the campaign by visiting the It Can Wait website and simply clicking a check mark signifying your pledge.

Kurio Tablet Meant for Kids, But Parents Can Use it Too [GIVEAWAY]

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 18, 2012 Comments ()

There are a lot of great dedicated kids’ tablets on the market and if you’re looking for an alternative to get them to stop hoarding yours, Kurio Kids Tablet by TechnoSource is a good choice.

iPhone 5 - Who's Getting One?

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 13, 2012 Comments ()

Lo and behold, all the speculations and rumors were right and the iPhone 5 was finally announced to its usual fanfare.

Toys “R” Us Enters the Kids’ Tablet Market with tabeo

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 11, 2012 Comments ()

Toy giant Toys “R” Us is entering the competitive tablet market with its very own offering called tabeo.

How the iPad is Changing Our Kids' Futures

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 10, 2012 Comments ()

Our kids are ‘going digital’ at earlier ages than ever before. It has been well-documented that technology usage among kids is happening essentially from birth and only increases with each year that kids increase their tech-savvy and adeptness at using these engaging devices.

App Pick of the Week: Cozi

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 6, 2012 Comments ()

In honor of back-to-school and all the parents around the country who are also getting re-accustomed into the routine, the rush and the schedule of back-to-back-to-back activities, this week’s app pick is one that helps make everything more manageable. Cozi is a family organization app that helps parents run their households just a little bit more smoothly.

“Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood” Premieres Today on PBS!

By Jeana Lee Tahnk On September 3, 2012 Comments ()

Donning a familiar red sweater from Mr. Rogers’ era, Daniel Tiger takes toddler and preschool-aged viewers through everyday adventures he has with his friends, teaching important lessons about friendship, learning, sharing, being a good citizen and more.