The Tech Issue October 2011 (Kids VT)
Teaching Tech: Are We There Yet?; “Cybertraps” and How to Avoid Them; A Dad Explains Why He’s Teaching His Son to Hunt; How to Make Swedish Apple Pie
The Art Of… Stop-Motion Animation
What could be cooler than bringing your LEGO men to life? Molding out of clay a two-headed beast who tears down a building, perhaps? Or…
Harvest the Fun
Whether you’ve got an October birthday to celebrate or want to host a fun, Halloween-y activity, pumpkins provide a perfect party theme. Young kids can…
What should parents know about gross bodily functions?
Boogers, belches and farts — they’re natural fodder for childhood giggles, but can also provide useful insights into kids’ diet and health. Lewis First, chief…
Refrigerator Magnets
All Hallows’ Eve is on the horizon, and little ones are already counting down the days ’til costumes, candy corn and trick or treating. Catch…
Pesty Questions
Survive a kid’s “why” phase and you’ll realize children’s curiosity knows no bounds. Kids are born scientists, inventors and explorers. They question everything and experiment…
On Top of Online
Computer expert and author Frederick Lane discusses what every parent should know about digital technology
High-Tech Treasure Hunt
Kids have no problem finding excitement in everyday events, but an activity that also sparks an adult’s sense of adventure is worth its weight in…
How involved are you in monitoring your kids’ use of technology?
Wei Kian Chen, IT professor, Champlain College, South Burlington Children: sons Yin Bo, 6, and Yin Yi, 4 Very much involved. There are good information…
No-Fuss Crust: Swedish Apple Pie
Kids love apples in all of their tart and sweet, crisp and juicy glory. Vermont’s apple season delivers these fresh-fruit jewels to children’s fingertips. If…
Book Review: Kitten’s First Full Moon by Sarah Allerton
Librarian: Sarah Allerton, children’s librarian, St. Albans Free Library Book: Kitten’s First Full Moon, by Kevin Henkes Age range: birth to 4 Allerton’s summary: Kitten…
