Does Instagram Hurt Kids? Parents ask me all the time: Does Instagram hurt kids? Is social media bad for kids? My answer…It depends. Based on my own research as well as other published research, we know that connecting online with friends via texting, games or social apps can be positive for many kids. On the other hand, most of us who study this stuff believe social media can turn up the dial on self-doubt, feelings of exclusion, or worries about physical appearance. Social media is not necessarily the sole cause of these feelings for kids. Still, new revelations add to parents’ concerns about how Instagram effects young people’s mental health. Recently, a whistleblower from inside Facebook has exposed some very...
The world may look a little spooky these days, but there is still a lot to celebrate—it’s harvest season and Halloween! And if spooky is your thing, you’re in luck! The Bay will be abuzz with spooktacular events this year. Whether you’re looking for a spine-chilling fright night, an outdoor craft fair with fall treats or a Halloween-themed rail ride or animal adventure, kids and families across the Bay will have plenty of ways to gather with gourds and get ghoulish. photo: Cal Academy of Sciences San Francisco California Academy of Sciences SuperNatural: In the Flesh!After a virtual hiatus, this event is back in person for a frighteningly live good time. Join the werewolf, vampire and mummy party for science,...
Looking for a not too scary, spooky science experiment for October? This Frankenstein’s Hand halloween science experiment is a silly and fun halloween activity for kids of all ages from preschool, pre-k, kindergarten, first grade, and 2nd graders too. Halloween Science Experiment We love using any opportunity to make learning fun! This Halloween Science Experiment is a great way to get preschoolers, […]
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We’ll be the first to proclaim summer the official season for outdoor frivolity and sensational travel adventures. However, sometimes finances, schedules, or restrictions put the kibosh on traditional summertime vacations. If you and your family have to skip out on the summer travel scene, don’t worry. There are tons of fun indoor activities to explore that can be just as enticing as a trip to Dollywood. Well, that might be a stretch, because Dollywood is super-cool. Nevertheless, indoor activities can bring the family closer, render belly laughs and make lasting memories. Read on for fun indoor antics and ideas for summertime entertainment. Get Cooking: Whether your idea of cooking is microwaving a bag of popcorn, or whipping up a drool-worthy...
They say that curiosity may have killed the cat, but turns out, it’s a great thing in kids. And since research suggests that curiosity is an accelerant—if not a root cause of—learning, then it’s no surprise that educators are taking a closer look at the relationship between natural curiosity in kids and skills that predict success in life. Keep reading for 5 ways that being curious is key to your kiddo’s development, and how to foster it. photo: iStock Curiosity Drives Learning "In recent years, researchers have demonstrated that curiosity—long thought to help motivate learning—is also associated with better learning outcomes. In a paper published in 2009, researchers found that people were more likely to recall the answers to questions...
