Going back to school can be hard for kids in any year...and the past few years have been anything but normal. We all know it's been a challenging year for kids' mental health, and this fall, as parents send kids back to halls and classrooms, many kids may be feeling anxious. What can parent and guardians do? These 6 simple but powerful ideas can help kids not just survive, but thrive this fall.
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If you're a parent, you likely have lots of questions about back to school this fall. What will school this year look like? Will there be masks? Will there even be in person classes? What is this new delta variant and what does it mean for my kids? We sat down with a pediatric nurse practitioner to ask what parents should know about “back to school” in a year that’s still anything but back to normal.
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Parenting can be an isolating thing. They say raising a child takes a village, but for parents, it can sometimes feel like an island - especially after a year like this. Here at COSMO, we’re absolutely committed to coming alongside incredible parents and guardians - and best of all, it’s not just us! But knowing where to start can be the hard part, so we’ve highlighted five of our absolute favorite resources - both nonprofits and companies - helping parents and guardians navigate the digital world with kids!
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Want to know more about COSMO's founding team? We sat down with Russell York and Michelle Ross to hear their stories, stretching from a 7th grade classroom to Afghanistan. But most of all, why they're passionate about family-first technology, kids smart watches, and what's ahead for COSMO.
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Something about the Olympics has a way of bringing out that wide-eyed wonder in all of us. After a year like no other, we could all use a bit of wonder couldn’t we? As a parent, how can you help your kids capture that special wonder? Fear not! We’ve got you covered with this Olympics guide for parents.
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Everyone knows it's hard to keep a secret, and we've REALLY been looking forward to letting this one out. Now, we can! Introducing the all-new JrTrack 2! We've believe together is better and that's why we built to JrTrack 2 kids smartwatch to be better than ever. Come see what's new and join the waitlist for a special discount!
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If this past pandemic year has left you feeling more concerned than ever about screen time in your household, rest assured you’re not alone. But here's the good news: it's never too late to start building healthy habits. Here are four simple (yet powerful!) ideas to help you to start building an approach that works for your family.
JrTrack has many useful and intuitive features that make life as a parent so much easier! You're going to be asking why you didn't get this sooner. Check out how intuitive this is...
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The Verizon Gizmo Watch is a well-marketed and relatively well known product in the kids' smartwatch space, but the reviews on it's own website tell a different story. Here's a few of the reasons the Verizon Gizmo Watch never quite took off.
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Looking to ignite artistic creativity in your child? As always, YouTube is a great place to find inspiration and knowledge. We've got a list of our favorite YouTube channels for all the kid-friendly art you can dream of. Check it out! You just might help your child discover their passion.
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Thinking of buying your child their first smartphone? As a parent, you probably know other parents whose elementary-school aged kids have smartphones. Many parents want their kids to have a phone so they can contact and keep track of them. But there's a better solution than smartphones designed for adults. We have everything you need to know to feel confident putting off the iPhone in favor of the kids smartwatch.
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Remember when you were a kid and your parents worried you were spending too much time watching TV instead of participating in more active play? Now that you’re a parent, those concerns have multiplied, because screens aren’t just on your TV anymore.
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