Is Twitter Safe for Kids?: What Parents Should Know
August 26, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Quick: ask your kiddo what the word twitter means. What did they say? If they’re like eight-year old me, they likely said something along the lines of “the sound that birds make,” then flapped around the room, cawing and whistling as they went.…
MLM vs Pyramid Scheme: What You Need to Know
August 24, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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The other day, I got a DM from an old high school friend. I hadn’t heard from her in a while, and I was excited to catch up and find out what she was up to. As we talked about post-college life and…
Five Online Gaming Safety Tips for Your Kids
August 23, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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I love video games. They tend to get a pretty bad rap, but video games can be a fun (and often challenging) way for kids to spend their free time. Spending too much time on any screen can lead to tech addiction, but…
How to Deal With Your Child’s Big Feelings
August 22, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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It’s scary being a kid. Growing up in a world as warm and colorful as our own is exciting, but all that excitement can get overwhelming, especially when trying new things. And when kids get overwhelmed, they cry. It’s natural for children to…
Little Writer’s Corner: How to Teach Poetry to Kids
August 19, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Poetry: you either love it or hate it. Personally, I love it—and my first grade students did too. Every Monday for an hour, our classroom turned into a Writer's Workshop. My students spent the first bit writing their own original poetry, after which…
School Bus Safety for Students: Three Trusty Tips
August 15, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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When I was in first grade, I rode the bus to school every morning. It would pick me and my friends up in front of our neighbor’s house and carry us through the busy streets of suburban Salt Lake City right to the…
What’s the Deal with Web Push Notifications?
August 10, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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Push notifications: you either love them or hate them. Personally, I think push notifications are pretty slick. With one little ding, they help us stay connected with family and friends, keep us up to date on current events, and send us reminders when…
Five Easy Ways To Make First Aid for Kids Fun
August 9, 2022
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Josh Burgoyne
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There’s nothing better than getting outside, and I think most kids would agree with me. Whether you and your kids are hitting the trail for a high-quality hike or relaxing by the pool, time spent in the great outdoors is time well spent.…