Earlier this month, Allison Caplovitz and Stefanie Cousins attended SXSW EDU in Austin, TX, where they explored the intersection of technology, early childhood education, human connection and wellbeing. The event offered a wealth of insights into how we can thoughtfully integrate AI and digital tools...
In our work with PBS KIDS, Nickelodeon, and other children’s media clients across broadcast, digital, and interactive properties, we’re often brought in while content is still evolving. Animatics are rough. Scripts are fluid. Characters haven't been finalized. Game mechanics are still being refined. That’s exactly...
The American Academy of Pediatrics’s (AAP) new policy statement on digital ecosystems, children, and adolescents is a meaningful shift in how we talk about kids’ lives online. Instead of reducing the conversation to “screen time” or putting the burden solely on parents, the AAP uses...
At first glance, Positive Youth Development and the Native Tongues might seem to live in different worlds — one grounded in research and youth policy, the other born from hip-hop’s playful, inventive spirit. Look closer and you see the same heartbeat: Young people thrive when...
AI as an On-Demand Study Partner For most teens, AI isn’t some mystical oracle—it’s a utility. A helpful assistant. Students use it to generate essay outlines, clarify complex topics, fix grammar, or summarize dense readings. The goal isn’t to cheat or cut corners; it’s to get...
I doubt Urie Bronfenbrenner ever listened to Biggie Smalls. But if he had, I imagine he would have nodded along — not just to the rhythm, but to the deeper truths hidden in Biggie’s stories. Biggie’s lyrics painted a vivid picture of complexity — family...
We’ve all seen it, or lived it. A young child is melting down over wanting “just one more minute” with their tablet. Often, all eyes turn to the parent, silently blaming them for a lack of discipline or control. But is that really what’s happening?...
On February 11, the world celebrates the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. This day is dedicated to recognizing the achievements of women in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. It is meant to inspire the next generation of girls to pursue...
The recent Common Sense Media report on Generative AI in schools and homes found that Generative AI has rapidly become part of everyday life for teenagers, particularly in education. From helping with schoolwork to sparking interest in future careers, AI is shaping how young people...
A child’s mind is a ball of curiosity, you may be able to engage them for a minute or an hour tops, but it gets tricky as soon as they find something more interesting. Such is the nature of researching with children. It allows you...