Tag: Emoji 101

Category: All Ages

Emoji 101

For your teen or tween, more time at home likely means more incoming texts…some of which might be layered with hidden meanings. Need a decoder? We gotcha covered! This FREE DOWNLOAD gives you the scoop on the latest trends in teen text-slang.

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Ready to start a conversation about digital health

Ready to start a conversation about digital health, technology and devices in your community? Enter to win a FREE Parent Night Kit from @uscellular, including a video presentation, discussion questions and printable handouts ($250 value!)

Enter to win at the link in bio. And thank you to @uscellular for supporting our mission to create a world where kids are captivated by life, not screens.

Need an example of tech for good? This is it. Scot

Need an example of tech for good? This is it. Scott Rice, writer-director from Austin, Texas, along with Stray Vista Studios just released a new film titled “Treasure Imagination”.

In this film, a city-boy is distraught when his beloved tablet is taken away from him by his mom. But when he finds a mysterious fedora left on a park bench, his temptation to place it on his head leads to adventure.

We are so honored to have been mentioned in the credits of Treasure Imagination alongside our mission statement, to create a world where kids are more captivated by life than screens. Whether it starts with a fedora, a blanket fort or a cardboard box, invite imagination into your child’s life today.

We've linked the film in our bio and you can find more on our blog. Enjoy!

If you've been around for a while, you know we lov

If you've been around for a while, you know we love @goaronow! Their resources align perfectly with our mission - to create a world where kids are more captivated by life, than screens.

Which is why we are excited to celebrate them today and share that you can now download the Aro app TODAY (even if you don't own an Aro box!) The Aro app is an incredible screentime solution that allows families to build the habit of putting their phones down. This in turn creates more time to engage, connect, create and simply be present.

Simply download the app (link in bio) to start your free trial today.

This week on NPR's All Things Considered, @blaines

This week on NPR's All Things Considered, @blaineschools was highlighted as they introduce a new phone ban policy this year. And they're not alone. What is the tech policy like in your district? What have you seen change, and what would you like to see change?

Curious about how to get started on an initiative like this in your school district? Check out the Phone Free Schools Movement for a number of free resources: phonefreeschoolsmovement.org

You can also find the full NPR All Things Considered audio and transcript here: https://www.npr.org/2024/08/27/nx-s1-5090193/as-more-schools-ban-cell-phones-this-is-how-its-working-at-one-colorado-school

As we enter back-to-school season, you may be anti

As we enter back-to-school season, you may be anticipating the arrival of school-issued devices. Many schools assign laptops or tablets, which kids are responsible for taking care of (and using safely) the entire year. If this is the case for your family, it’s time to start thinking of the role that device will play in your home.

We gathered some questions to consider as you set boundaries around school-issued devices. What could it look like to sit down with your child and start this conversation?