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Welcome back to lecture number two in our introductory-level course on “‘30’s Toon Education 101″. Last week got us past orientation, and at least allowed us to get our desks warm. This week, we knuckle down for more serious study, as animation begins to get itself past the rough-spots of pre-code anarchy, and learns how to spin its tales of schooldays in a more refined, audience-friendly manner. Some may view this as a step backwards in development, but none can doubt it was a move that kept the industry viable with little protest for the next twenty years. Animation further...

What are the best business ideas for kids? As a new parent, I’m constantly trying to figure out the best way to educate our little hustlers about business, entrepreneurship, and money. And while he’s a few years away from the proverbial lemonade stand on the sidewalk, let me use that as inspiration for this post. I had a number of entrepreneurial ventures as a kid — some successful and some less so — but for every package of Skittles I sold and every baby I sat (OK, that sounds super weird), I was learning the basic elements of business on...

Looking to add some pumpkin spice to your life? We found area farms in and around NYC where the pumpkin patches are poppin’. The spots below offer experiences of all kinds, from harvest festivals with fall fun and games, to chill spots offering fall foliage, baked goods, and maybe even a hayride. (Many also serve as a place to go apple-picking if you’re looking to double up, but you may need a reservation.)  Need more ideas for things to do with the kids in fall 2021? Check out our list of to-dos here! New York City photo: Carmen L. via...

 HUAWEI MatePad T8 Kids Edition first sale begins today, September 24, in the Philippines. This cool gadget is designed with children’s education and healthy development in mind. Available in an 8-inch variant for only PHP 8,999, this latest addition is specifically designed for children aged 3-8. They offer everything a child loves, including an adorable Kids Case, stylus pen, and the Kids Corner default app that is pre-loaded with child-friendly content.  Child-friendly designThe HUAWEI MatePad T8 Kids Edition comes with a beautiful Kids Case made from environmentally safe silicone, offering all-round protection for both the device and your child. Consisting of...

Parents, use your Noggin – grab a must-have freebie! For a limited time, hop on over to the Noggin website and score a FREE 30-Day Nick Jr. Noggin subscription! Note that although the offer says ‘1-Year’ once you sign-up you will receive 30 days free. Designed for children ages 2 & up, the Noggin app is a free and easy way to encourage early learning and a great way for Preschool-aged kiddos to have a little extra support with the basics they’re already learning in school. Plus, a single account can be streamed across multiple devices, which is perfect if...