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With a summer overshadowed by COVID-19, parents are taking a hard look at how to make the right decisions regarding their kids’ increased reliance on screens— which are helping to maintain a sense of normalcy during this socially-distanced time— while also finding the right balance with other important activities. TV, streaming platforms, and app downloads have all seen notable increases in their use since the pandemic started, and children’s television viewing has also skyrocketed as parents across the world are increasingly turning to screens and technology to entertain and engage their kids. The screen time parent guilt is real, and we're...

Best Children’s StoreDoodlet'sIf you love a good treasure hunt, there's no place better than Doodlet's. Stuffed to the brim with knickknacks, candy and the most respectable sticker collection to be found anywhere, this store is full of tiny wonders that a kid could buy with no more than a few dollar coins from the tooth fairy. For adults with the urge to splurge on a favorite youngster, find unique gifts from high-quality toys to handmade folk art.120 Don Gaspar Ave., 983-3771Bee Hive BooksBee Hive has a wide selection of books for kids of all ages, from picture books to young...

If your kids are itching to get in the kitchen have them join Rachael Ray and her celebrity chef friends for a free interactive, online cooking camp. The camp will offer your entire family the opportunity to learn important and fun cooking skills, as well as recipes you can make at home. Camp will run daily from Thurs., Jul. 30 through Fri., Aug. 14 and will take place at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT on Zoom. There will be a total of 16 camp sessions which will last about 45 minutes each.  The target age group for campers is 8...

Looking for creative ways to keep the kids entertained but learning too? Tons of museums and educational institutions have taken to the interwebs to share premium content that will have the entire family tuning in to learn something new. From outer space and wildlife to imagineering and weather, we’ve got some amazing virtual science resources for your little smarty. photo: The Wild Center via Instagram The Wild Center's Jr. Naturalist Program Head to The Wild Center in Tupper Lake! The virtual visit lets guests "walk" around the interior of the Center, see exhibits and watch videos. The Wild Center Live...

Amazon Prime is a paid membership that, for an annual or monthly fee, gives access to a number of Amazon services and enhancements. It's now used by millions of people who have signed up to receive a swathe of benefits. However, it can be a little confusing as to what it actually offers. There are so many small deals and services attached to Prime membership that even if you are a subscriber already, you might not realise what you get.Here's a rundown so you can see what Amazon Prime has to offer.How much does Amazon Prime cost?In the UK, Amazon Prime membership costs...