Cell Phones and Mental Health: Should Kids Have Phones?
February 8, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Whether you like it or not, that time has finally come: your kid is ready for their first cell phone. Are you? Before you make the decision to give your child their first phone, let’s have an honest discussion about the effect that…
6 Reasons You Should Switch Your Kid’s Cell Phone to Troomi
January 25, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Are you happy with your kid’s cell phone? Does it have the functionality you’re looking for, or maybe too much functionality? Are you able to personalize the smartphone and make it work how your child needs? If you answered no to any of…
10 Hobbies You and Your Kids Can Start at Home This Winter
January 19, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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One of my favorite hobbies is studying languages. While teaching myself Norwegian I came upon a word that I love: koselig. The closest translation into English is “cozy,” but that doesn’t quite capture the full essence of the word. You know that feeling…
KidSmart™ Apps: Here’s How Troomi’s Smartphone Games Work
January 18, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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There’s no way around it: video games are fun. There are few things I love more than getting together with friends and playing a rousing game of Mario Kart—even if the night sometimes ends in my defeat. Video games have some hidden benefits…
What Are Some Ways to Communicate with Your Teacher Online?
January 11, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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When I taught first grade, there were few things I valued more than open communication with parents. It was encouraging to see how many parents were invested in their child’s education and even more encouraging to know that my work was appreciated! After…
Smartphone Glossary: Tech Words Your Kids Should Know
January 10, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Introducing your child to a smartphone is an exciting experience, especially if that phone is from Troomi. Suddenly, your kid has a safe smartphone with the ability to call you if they have any trouble, and a plethora of interesting apps and games…
Troomi Smartphones Don’t Use or Have Social Media: Here’s Why
January 4, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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The other day my friends and I were talking about our morning routines. Most were pretty typical (wake up, brush your teeth, make some breakfast, etc.), but one thing stood out: every single one of us said that the first thing we do…
How Do You Use QR Codes? A beginner’s Guide to QR Codes
December 24, 2021
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Josh Burgoyne
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The other day I decided to put down my phone and check out a new ramen restaurant. I arrived at the restaurant and sat down in a booth, thrilled at the prospect of feasting on a steaming bowl of tonkotsu pork. When I…