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5 Things You Need to Know This Week: Oklahoma, Tumblr's New Home, Arrested Development, and More
• May 23, 2013 • Categories: Common Sense news
Editorial Content Coordinator
5 Things You Need to Know This Week: Oklahoma, Tumblr's New Home, Arrested Development, and More
Our thoughts have been with the people of Oklahoma this week as they recover from the devastation of Monday's tornado. We also launched our summer learning guide, reflected on a major media acquisition, and applauded the achievements of a Common Sense school -- while anxiously awaiting the return of the Bluth family. read more
100+ Ideas to Spur Creative Learning This Summer
• May 21, 2013 • Categories: Creating media, Learning with technology
Senior Editor, Apps | Mom of two
With summer break just around the corner, it's a perfect opportunity to get hands-on and creative, and we've shared some of our favorite creativity tools in our Digital Fun for Creative Kids Guide.... read more
Don't Miss The Dream Is Now
• May 24, 2013 • Categories: Common Sense news, Family media management
CEO and Founder | Dad of four
A few weeks ago, thousands took to the streets of Washington, D.C. -- and major cities around the country -- to urge Congress to sanction comprehensive immigration reform based on the principles of... read more
15 Anime Faves for Kids + a Chance to Win!
• May 21, 2013 • Categories: We recommend
Editorial Content Coordinator
We love anime films for their whimsical storytelling and gorgeous animation. Director Hayao Miyazaki is a master of the anime genre, and his beloved movie treasures continue to delight kids around... read more
Q&A: What should I say to my kids about the Oklahoma tornado disaster?
• May 21, 2013 • Categories: Ask our parenting editor
Parenting Editor | Mom of one
Q. The news coverage of the Oklahoma tornado is scaring my kids. What should I do? read more
Rediscovering My Favorite Childhood Book
• May 20, 2013 • Categories: Family media management
Marketing Manager
Some of my fondest memories growing up were reading with my mom. I'd be snuggled in bed under the covers; she'd be propped up on a pillow on top of the bed, close to me. And as she read, she'd give... read more
5 Things You Need to Know This Week: Disney's Merida, Angry Birds Movie, Google Music, and More
• May 16, 2013 • Categories: Common Sense news
Editorial Content Coordinator
This week, we questioned Disney's princess criteria, looked ahead at a major app's move to the big screen, considered what summer camp means for kids in the digital age, and collectively raised our... read more
Win a Copy of Ray Bradbury's Fahrenheit 451!
• May 16, 2013 • Categories: Common Sense news, We recommend
Manager, Social Media and Online Community
To celebrate the launch of our Essential Books for Kids and Teens Guide, we've teamed up with Simon & Schuster to offer 10 young readers a copy of Fahrenheit 451, the internationally acclaimed... read more
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