My kids love technology. They love their tablets and game players both. So, when a great smart toy comes along that will work with the iPad and incorporate physical play (phygital is the word!) I knew it would be a hit. In fact, the biggest issue was getting my five year old to let his big sister try the new toys out. [Tweet "He loves his digital and physical building blocks -- it's phygital."] Magik Play by Magikbee As a parent, I love any chance to introduce my kids to iPad STEM … [Read more...]
Inspire Kids to Learn (with technology!)
Both of my kids love great apps for the iPad. It wasn't until recently that my two year old showed interested in preschool games and now he gets on the iPad daily to play a game or two and he loves dancing to music. I love having it during church service; it really keeps him quiet and occupied. What a time we are living in! Two year old's learning, through creativity, with technology. What ways do you inspire kids to learn? Disney Imagicademy Disney Imagicademy is a new technology based … [Read more...]
Kids Learn to Share (With an App!)
I participated in an Influencer Activation on behalf of Influence Central for Captain McFinn. I received a complimentary subscription to facilitate my review as well as a promotional item to thank me for my participation. Last month, we had a lovely visit with Grandma Diane. She came for four days from California with her sister, Aunt Betty. The kids were so happy to have attention and love bestowed on them from relatives they don't see as often as we'd like. One thing that Grandma … [Read more...]
BoxWave iPad and iPhone Cases
I have a very fun new iPhone case for my iPhone 4. Yes, I am still using this old phone! But it works and I don't feel like replacing it quite yet. One day soon. Thankfully, BoxWave offers a HUGE variety of iPhone cases including cases for the iPhone 4. About the Patent Leather Clutch Case Slip your Apple iPhone into BoxWave’s Patent Leather Clutch Case, a liquid-sheen patent leatherette wallet case that elevates your day-to-night styling. The Patent Leather Clutch Case is a form-fitting … [Read more...]
IPEVO PadPillow Giveaway
Do you sit in bed or on the couch with your iPad? We travel with our family iPad and we all use it quite a bit. Whether, playing a movie we've downloaded, watching Netflix, or playing a game, it gets used well during travel and at home. Holding it in our lap isn't always the most comfortable though. Since, we all use our iPad quite frequently, I was happy to be able to review an exciting product - the IPEVO PadPillow Stand. I love that this is firm, yet comfortable. I can also use this with … [Read more...]
Customized Math Tutoring with Tabtor Giveaway
Thank you Tabtor for sponsoring today's post. About Tabtor Tabtor is a revolutionary tutoring service that provides more customization, instant feedback, and more personalization. This makes tutoring fun for the student and efficient, all at a cost and engagement-level parents love! Personalization - Tabtor offers an extremely-personalized learning experience that is often not available in standard K-6 education. The Tabtor solution allows for customized worksheets for each individual … [Read more...]
Preschoolers With iPads and Laptops
Preschoolers with iPads and laptops - what is the right age to start computer education? LaVonne: We bought an iPad for our four year old daughter. We travel 8 months out of the year for work. I also homeschool her. We knew that the iPad would come in handy for not only the mini-van but airplane as well. She has many of her movies on it, and we have even downloaded some PBS cartoons for her. It is also proving to be handy for homeschool. I have found many reasonably priced and free apps that … [Read more...]
