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Parents are truly in the thick of the holidays at this point, and for those understandably still scrambling to put the final touches on the holiday magic, the end of the season likely can’t come soon enough. As you get all the fixings ready for a hearty meal and wrap gifts until your fingers are sore, finding activities to keep the little ones entertained is high on our to-do list. Well, this year, Google is here to make it a little easier with a fun Santa Tracker. While the Santa Tracker has run for some time, the company upgraded its...

The best podcasts for kids are funny, entertaining, and at least a little educational. They encourage kids to use their noggins and make it easy to stay engaged thanks to great storytelling, sparkling humor, and a real sense of adventure. But the feature that defines the best kids' story podcasts is that parents like them too. They can make long car rides go quickly, soothe a kid to sleep, or provide some much-needed entertainment on a rainy day. Podcasts offer a break from screen time that’s a great way for the whole family to learn about something new together.There are...

Do you have $50K or less to start a franchise business? Many people think they need at least $100K to get started in the franchising industry, but surprisingly, getting into the franchise ownership gave may cost you less than you think. In fact, there are many opportunities available for those with a smaller budget. So, if you’re looking for a franchise opportunity that doesn’t break the bank, we’ve collected 28 best franchises under $50K that you can consider. But first, let’s review some important things to know before buying your dream franchise.   READ MORE: See our Franchise Guide What...

I still have my first teddy bear from when I was an infant. Almost 40 years later, my soft spot for stuffed animals remains (even if I’m constantly picking them up from my kids’ floors). So when the Smart Teddy came along, there was certainly some innate nostalgia that piqued my interest, but the interactive component had my 5-year-old written all over it.But for $200, I wasn’t sure the seemingly simplistic functions of this bear would be worth the splurge.Out of the box, Teddy does just look like a regular stuffed animal and has the softness of one, too. I...

It may be the winter holiday break, but these science kits for kids will keep your littles learning and having fun. There are few things we love more than educational toys and activities for our kids. Letting them play and learn at the same time is pretty much the ideal combination. When we find something that they love doing and that we love allowing them to do is the perfect match. Science kits for kids are a super easy way to cover those bases, especially since there are a ton of different options out there that are sure to entertain...