16/06/2016
Both Bizzibrains' I Imagine and I Learn interactive storybook apps for 3 to 5 year olds are included in new app guide , among other quality apps to support children www.literacyapps.org
Literacy Apps
Discover the best apps to support your child's learning and development
26/01/2016
Got a newbie at school, kinder or care this year? Check out Babyology's 6 apps for starting school, pre-school or kinder. #3 is a must have!
http://babyology.com.au/gadgets/back-to-school-2016-apps.html
6 great apps for starting school, preschool or kinder - Babyology
From healthy lunch ideas to learning games and handy ways to store art digitally, here are the 6 apps you need for school or preschool this year.
13/10/2015
Great article by Huffington Post that recognises "the positive aspects of digital cultures and the opportunities to harness technology to improve outcomes in education, mental health and wellbeing."
As we've talked about before here at Bizzibrains, dIscussions about limiting screen time very often miss the point. Technology and apps are incredibly diverse - content is important!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com.au/jocelyn-brewer/forget-two-hours-a-day-ch_b_8231570.html
Reality Bytes For Opponents Of Digital Parenting
We can choose to continue to place blame on the very devices we provide to young people in our effort to 'keep up with the iPhoneses', or proactively design the kind of digital world that supports our happiness and wellbeing.
17/09/2015
Check out this bunch of cute (free) chore charts to choose from (thanks to cool mom picks). We've printed & laminated number 3 & stocked up on gold star stickers. So far so good!
http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2015/09/10/cool-printable-chore-charts-for-kids/
10 cool printable chore charts | Cool Mom Picks
This is a great time to get back into routines, and we've found 10 printable chore charts for kids to help keep preschoolers to high schoolers on task.
16/09/2015
Love this!
4 Ways to Deal With a Bully - School Mum
4 Ways to Deal With a Bully - Great information, tips, crafts and recipes for School Mums.
30/07/2015
Grab I learn on sale for $1.99 USD this weekend only! It retails for $3.99 USD but we're celebrating it's 5 star Educational App Store certification and appPicker review, which says:
"I learn is one of the best children’s educational apps you’ll find in the App Store. This app combines storytelling, interactive learning, and some fun games all in one package. If you download this app for your child you will not be disappointed."
https://itunes.apple.com/app/i-learn/id931308929
I learn
29/07/2015
Very excited about the 5 star certification of I learn by the Educational App Store!
http://www.educationalappstore.com/app/i-learn
I learn - Education Apps
This app is targeted at young children moving into a new class or setting. The developer states that the app was developed with children ag...
23/07/2015
Although it may seem contradictory given I make kids apps, I agree with President Obama in this article. I'm a big fan of limiting my kids screen time and when they are using screens, using that time for good (such as educational and social learning) not zoning out.
Refuse screen time and your kids might tell you they're bored. After a while you'll see their imaginations kick in. They dream up some amazing activities and games to keep themselves entertained when they have to. Do this regularly and I'm sure you'll hear the phrase "I'm bored, can I have the iPad?" a whole lot less.
http://www.today.com/parents/president-obama-urges-parents-kids-limit-screen-use-t33211
President Obama urges parents, kids: 'Put down that phone!'
You heard your president: Shake my hand before taking that picture!
21/07/2015
"I can see parents using it with their children to discuss concepts like getting ready for school or what school will be like. It's a boon for anyone with anxious little ones."
Great review of I learn, thank you Book Chook! http://www.thebookchook.com/2015/07/childrens-ipad-story-app-i-learn.html
The Book Chook: Children’s iPad Story App, I learn
19/06/2015
18 ways to raise a resilient child - Kidspot
A resilient child is one who feels cared for and listened to. Dr Justin Coulson shows how to nurture self-worth and help kids take setbacks in their stride.
21/05/2015
Bring some joy to the little people in your life this weekend with I imagine. AppPicker say this app is "probably the best interactive story book on the App Store".
It's free, Kidsafe certified and great way to use technology to encourage imaginative play.
https://youtu.be/eQzc2drZ010
I imagine
I imagine is "probably the best interactive story book app on the App Store" according to AppPicker. "I absolutely loved this story and all of its awesome in...
15/05/2015
Put a grin on the face of your favourite little person this weekend with I imagine. It's free and Kidsafe certified.
Apple give it a thumbs up in both their 'Interactive Stories' & 'Playtime with your Toddler' sections and it's still in the top 100 free books in the App Store after nearly 18 months. It has been number 2.
https://itunes.apple.com/app/i-imagine/id771569926