The Gaming Connection

Image by Monika Baechler from Pixabay My husband and I allow our kids an hour of screen time a day, which they covet like it’s a precious jewel. Thus, it’s very surprising to me that on the weekends, nine times out of ten, they happily give this time over to playing video games with my…

Why Playing Video Games Makes Kids Smarter Than You Think

Have you ever noticed that toddlers are the best problem solvers, well, ever? Can’t reach the sharp object and/or mommy’s coffee cup on the counter? Push a chair over and crawl right up. “Baby-proof” doorknob cover blocking your access to a forbidden room? Let’s go ahead and mess with that until it pops off. As…