Video games

Is Roblox Safe for Kids? What You Need to Know

Is Roblox Safe for Kids? What You Need to Know

Expert advice on ensuring your kids can play safely, setting up those all-important parental controls, and how to dodge those sneaky surprise charges.

Courtney Leiva

31 gamer gifts for kids at all levels

31 gamer gifts for kids at all levels

CJ Harder

18 kid-friendly gifts for your little gamer

18 kid-friendly gifts for your little gamer

Not sure what kid gamers are playing these days? We found the best gifts for gamers that are sure to delight the little video game fans in your life.

Stacey Nguyen

The Nintendo Switch can now teach your kid how to make their own video games

The Nintendo Switch can now teach your kid how to make their own video games

Kevin John Siazon

Pandemic Screen time is Off the Charts—But Experts Say Parents Don't Need to Worry

Pandemic Screen time is Off the Charts—But Experts Say Parents Don't Need to Worry

Claire Gagne

What parents need to know about the video game Among Us

What parents need to know about the video game Among Us

You've heard your kids talking about a murder-mystery game called Among Us, and you have questions. Luckily, our simple guide has the answers.

Kevin John Siazon

Pokémon Cards: What Parents Need to Know

Pokémon Cards: What Parents Need to Know

Your kid’s obsessed with Pokémon trading cards, but you have no idea what to do with them or where to start. Here’s what you need to know.

Emily Rivas

I let My Kid Have Unlimited Screen Time. There, I Said It

I let My Kid Have Unlimited Screen Time. There, I Said It

Why this once anti-screen mom now lets her kid play video games for as long as he wants.

Patti Woods

This is the Screen-Time Contract I’m Getting my Kids to Sign

This is the Screen-Time Contract I’m Getting my Kids to Sign

I’ve always been a bit unsure about how to manage screen-time. This cell phone contract for kids helps establish mutual trust and boundaries.

Claire Gagne

8 video games you won't feel guilty about your kids playing

8 video games you won't feel guilty about your kids playing

The best video games for kids are interactive, creative, educational or active—and fun, too! Here are 8 games you can really get behind.

Chad Sapieha

The surprising benefits of video games for kids

The surprising benefits of video games for kids

It might just look like a fun waste of time, but playing video games can teach your kid all sorts of valuable skills.

Lindsay Kneteman

What's the best game console for kids?

What's the best game console for kids?

Whether you want portability, virtual reality or family-friendly games, game consoles offer a range of options to suit your needs. Here's how to choose.

Caroline Knorr, Common Sense Media

How to protect your kid from Fortnite scams

How to protect your kid from Fortnite scams

The popular online video game has become an easy way for scammers to trick kids into sharing way too much personal information.

Frannie Ucciferri, Common Sense Media

9 best educational websites for kids (that are actually fun, too!)

9 best educational websites for kids (that are actually fun, too!)

Whether your little one is eager for knowledge or needs a bit of help with homework, these educational websites for kids are the perfect go-to for all things learning.

Amy Valm

3 ways the next iPhone and iPad update will make managing screen time easy

3 ways the next iPhone and iPad update will make managing screen time easy

Your kids might not be thrilled, but come the fall, you'll be able to remotely manage what your kids do on their device, and for exactly how long. Woot!

Kim Shiffman

You play this video game with your vagina

You play this video game with your vagina

This device and app make Kegel exercises a whole lot more entertaining. (We tried it!)

Shoshana Sperling

The World Health Organization plans to classify video game addiction as a disease

The World Health Organization plans to classify video game addiction as a disease

A recent study found that one in five boys has “problematic symptoms” linked to gaming. And experts are calling it a growing problem.

Michael Oliveira, The Canadian Press

Are virtual reality games safe for kids?

Are virtual reality games safe for kids?

A groundbreaking new study looks into the benefits and pitfalls of virtual reality on young kids' minds. Here's what parents need to know.

Chad Sapieha

Fortnite Explained: A Parent's Personal Experience

Fortnite Explained: A Parent's Personal Experience

If your kids are begging to play Fortnite—or maybe they're already playing but you still have questions—then check out this handy guide.

Chad Sapieha

This DIY kit turns your Nintendo Switch into amazing interactive toys

This DIY kit turns your Nintendo Switch into amazing interactive toys

Nintendo just announced Nintendo Labo, a DIY kit that turns your Switch into awesome cardboard toys. The possibilities are endless!

Kevin John Siazon

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