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Do You Know The Effects Of Blue ?

Jan 29, 2021 11:03AM ● By Fred Parent Contributor

Chances are that you have some sort of cellphone, television, laptop, tablet, or computer in your home. So as your family rings in 2021, it’s understandable that using these types of digital...

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How to Design a Family Digital Citizenship Contract

Nov 30, 2019 04:28PM ● By Christa Hines

by Christa Melnyk HinesWe raise our kids to be polite and respectful in person so why wouldn't we stress those same values in the online environment? A digital citizenship contract can help you...

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Ask the Expert – Fredericksburg Academy

Oct 30, 2019 06:17PM ● By Emily Freehling

by Emily FreehlingWith big-name tech companies like Apple, Microsoft and Google investing heavily in educational technology, it’s a given that tech will transform the classroom experience in the...

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7 Best Organization Apps for Parents

Sep 30, 2019 09:59PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

I thought I was a fairly organized person before I had kids. I handled myself well at work, got to my community college classes, knew where my ever-traveling fiancé was in the world at any given...

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6 Great College Prep Apps

Aug 31, 2019 11:15AM ● By Tanni Haas

by Tanni Haas, Ph.D.There’s nothing easy about applying to and preparing for college. Thankfully, there are many smartphone and tablet apps to make the process easier. Below are six of the best...

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How to Plan a Photography Safari

May 30, 2019 09:00PM ● By Christa Hines

A photography safari, or photo scavenger hunt, is a creative, interactive way to usher your kids away from screens and out into nature this summer. Getting kids outside is more important than...

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Digital Designers: Creative Ways Techy Kids Can Express Themselves

Feb 01, 2019 01:39PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Sick of all the time your kids spend playing video games? When boredom strikes, give your digitally-charmed youngster a project that enhances their technical skills while also fostering their...

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All About Twitch: What Parents Need To Know

Feb 01, 2019 01:00PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

“Can I get a Twitch account?” my 14-year-old son asked. I stared at him blankly. I had just wrapped my head around Fortnite and Snapchat and now this Twitch thing? “What is it?” I asked. “You...

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Helping Your Kids Develop Healthy Relationships with Technology

Feb 01, 2019 12:39PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Dinner was ready. I had called to the kids three times and no one came into the kitchen. I set the pan down on the stovetop and walked into the family room. All three of my kids were there, well...

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15 Must Have Apps for a Successful Holiday Season

Dec 02, 2018 07:35PM ● By Fredericksburg Parent Staff

Surviving the holiday season requires a little super power, a little creativity and a lot of organization. While it wouldn’t hurt to have Martha Stewart’s number in your phone contacts, most of us...

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