Family Computing Kid Site of the Week: The Toymaker
Friday February 29, 2008
In addition to being a die-hard techie, I happen to also have a passion for paper. I'm a sucker for gorgeous handmade papers, letterpress stationary, hand-bound books and the like. ... Read More
And the Oscar Goes to... You!
Thursday February 28, 2008
Let's face it, the Animated Short Film category at the Academy Awards isn't the one people are making bets about. Chances are, you didn't see any of the films and ... Read More
Parenting Site of the Week: Goosie Cards
Monday February 25, 2008
I'm a big fan of art for children, but when my son was born, I wanted real pictures of every day items to show to him. For example, I thought ... Read More
The Land of Toys
Monday February 18, 2008
I am fortunate enough to be in New York City this week for the Toy Industry Association Toy Fair. Imagine over 1500 booths displaying dolls, games, craft kits, gadgets, ... Read More
Parenting Site of the Week: BabyPlays.com
Monday February 18, 2008
I don't know about you, but my kids are drowning in toys. We have a lot of family and they have been known to go a little bit overboard in ... Read More
Ty and Build-a-Bear Workshop Join the Virtual World Revolution
Thursday February 14, 2008
Competition for the attention of our kids is getting more fierce.
Build-a-Bear Workshop launched their virtual world late last year with a free website designed to encourage kids to have ... Read More
Funky Newsletter and the Importance of Saving Your Work
Thursday February 14, 2008
First off, my apologies to subscribers of the Family Computing newsletter. I spent quite some time yesterday getting it all ready to go out... and then I forgot to hit ... Read More
Happy Valentine's Day!
Thursday February 14, 2008
So, what's the deal? Do YOU celebrate Valentine's Day?
Parent Site of the Week: Wondertime
Sunday February 10, 2008
When my son was born, I got subscriptions to a variety of parenting magazines. They talked about potty training, sleeping through the night and temper tantrums. For a couple of ... Read More
Win Computer Parts
Saturday February 9, 2008
Sandra Grauschopf, the About.com Guide to Contests & Sweepstakes, recently posted a great contest for the techies among us. You can win free computer parts, including a video card, motherboard ... Read More
Family Computing Kid Site of the Week: HighlightsKids.com
Thursday February 7, 2008
This corresponding website to Highlights Magazine is a true gem. Aimed at kids through age 14, it will probably hold the most appeal for kids from 5-10. The site has ... Read More
Parent Site of the Week: Lookybook
Monday February 4, 2008
If you have ever walked into the children's section of a bookstore, you know just how overwhelming it is. Shelves and shelves of board books, picture books, early readers and ... Read More
Imbee Founder Dies in Plane Crash
Saturday February 2, 2008
Jeannette Symons, entrepreneur and founder of kids' social networking site, imbee, died with her 10-year-old son in a plane crash on Friday according to the San Francisco Chronicle. Symons, an ... Read More