My 13-year-old daughter has been begging for a digital camera for her birthday. She loves spending time with her friends, and she wants a way to save all the memories they are making together. Whenever we are out together she uses my camera, but I haven't allowed her to use it without me. I think she is finally old enough to have a real camera of her own. I wasn't sure how … [Read more...] about 11 Good Budget Digital Cameras for Teens and Tweens 2019
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Best Drones for Young Kids 2019
When my almost 9-year-old son asked for a drone for his birthday, I wasn’t sure what to think. I knew drones were all the rage and that some of his friends had them. A neighbor told me she found a crashed drone in her backyard and was trying to find the owner. I didn’t want to buy something that would break right away or get lost. Well, it turns out there are good options … [Read more...] about Best Drones for Young Kids 2019
11 Fun Instant Polaroid Cameras for Kids 2019
When I was a kid, my grandpa had a Polaroid camera. My siblings and I thought it was the most amazing thing ever invented. There was nothing we liked more than to “borrow” Grandpa’s camera and take pictures of each other, our pets, the neighbor's sandbox, and anything else we could find. I remember snapping a photo, waiting for it to print, then shaking it until the image … [Read more...] about 11 Fun Instant Polaroid Cameras for Kids 2019
6 Best Budget Kid’s Tablets for the Money 2019
Looking for a good tablet for your young kids? I recommend you don't spend a fortune. As a parent of five kids, I've learned the hard way that sharing electronic devices with my children isn't always the best idea. We've lost phones, tablets, and even pictures we can't get back. High-quality devices certainly aren't immune to the cracks, scratches, or charging issues that … [Read more...] about 6 Best Budget Kid’s Tablets for the Money 2019
Best Flip Phones and GPS Watches for Kids 2019
With five kids from 2 to 11, we're in the process of getting our older kids cell phones. While some would choose to purchase their children the latest iPhone or Android phone, my wife and I are much more hesitant. Not only are the prices of these smartphones rather steep, I'm not sure I'm ready to let my kids have access to the world. Call me an overprotective parent if you'd … [Read more...] about Best Flip Phones and GPS Watches for Kids 2019