Tag Archive for: Raising Kids in a Tech Filled World

How to Buy a Computer for Kids

Where do you begin if you want to buy a computer for your kid?

Your kid wants a computer. Maybe a gaming computer? A laptop? PC or Macbook?

How do you decide what is the right fit and the right budget?

Melanie, Ryan, and Brandon will share some tips and advice to help you shop for the right computer this year.

Watch the video and leave comments or questions about buying the right computer for your kids–or tell us what other topics you might want to see us cover.

 

What the Heck is Roblox? Video from TechWise Academy

Is my child safe playing Roblox? And what is it?

These are the questions we answer in this replay of a livestream. Melanie had questions about Roblox. What is Roblox? What do parents need to know to keep their kids safe while they play this popular game? What questions do our viewers have?

Ryan and Brandon unravel some of the mysteries about Roblox parents need to know. Like, for example, Roblox is more like the “YouTube of Video Games.” Roblox is a platform of games made by users. That’s really important to know.

We also dive into some common phrases kids might encounter in chat or use in text messages. Making you a more aware parent!

Watch the video and leave comments that include your burning questions about Roblox–or tell us what other topics you might want to see us cover.

 

Raising Kids in a Tech Filled World

Where do you begin?

Do your kids have their own cell phones? Are you worried about how to keep them safe while they have more freedom on these devices?

In this episode, we’ll be chatting about kids and mobile devices. We’ll share some tips and tactics as well as apps that will help you set limits, restrictions, and monitor how your kids are using phones and tablets.