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The economic landscape that kids are approaching today is much different than it was ten or twenty years ago. Instead of focusing solely on learning facts and figures, twenty-first century children must learn how to learn. This is why executive functions are essential in the lives of these kids. These skills are necessary for success in a quickly changing world, where problem-solving, self-regulation, insight, sustained attention, and effort are highly valued. It’s not likely that today’s children will stay in one job throughout their careers, but will move around according to their needs. It is increasingly important to help them...

  By Afshin Zilanawala Key takeaways for caregivers Parents who work outside of the standard Monday-Friday, 9-5 hours must strike a balance between their work schedule and the demands of parenting. Fathers’ parenting is often influenced by non-standard work schedules and some types of work, such as night shifts, may increase certain types of parenting, whereas others may decrease the amount of parenting. Achieving the right balance between work and parenting should be considered within the context of the family. For example, mother’s work schedule, the child’s age, and the type of parenting activity may all play a role in...

The 1990s: the decade when teal squiggles and purple triangles reigned supreme. Or at least, that's what our collective memory has assigned to the period's romanticized style guide.The '90s were formative for the medium of animation. On the silver screen, Disney animated musicals dominated the box office and awards seasons, while studios like Pixar and DreamWorks debuted their first feature films. On the small screen, the animation revolution continued in what we can now look back on as a unique convergence of passing generations. The Disney Afternoon programming block crested the wave of its success, oodles of beloved Nicktoons busted...

These services offer hundreds of free TV shows and films in exchange for showing you ads Free streaming services are available through most streaming devices and smart TVs. By James K. Willcox Updated by Daniel Bortz Budget-conscious consumers can stream movies and TV shows free from a growing list of services. Free streaming services are available through most streaming devices and smart TVs, as well as on laptops, smartphones, and tablets—just like Netflix, Hulu, and other streaming services you have to pay for. In exchange for watching TV free, you’ll have to see some ads. And with most free services,...

Chromebook, Mac, or PC? And how much memory and storage should you get? These tips from experts can help you decide. By Melanie Pinola Whether you’re buying the first laptop for your fifth-grader or a graduation gift for your 18-year-old, deciding which model to get can feel like homework. Beyond the basics—Chromebook, Mac, Windows?—it’s easy to get bogged down in laptop specs, from the screen resolution to the processor to how much memory and storage space your kid will truly need. What works well for a budding videographer might be overkill for a kid writing history papers. If you’re lucky,...