Parents need to know that “Smurfs: The Lost Village” is — like the 2011 and 2013 live-action/animation movies — based on the beloved blue cartoon characters. But unlike the previous Smurfs movies, this one is completely animated and aimed at slightly younger kids (in other words, ...

Are you ready for the Easter Bunny to hop into your house? Fill your little ones’ baskets (and tummies) with these fun, spring items.<h3>Musical Eggs (HABA USA)</h3>These eggs are perfect for baskets and never go bad. The kids will love them — not only for their ...

Let’s face it: Not everyone can go to Bermuda for spring break. But sometimes a “staycation” is just what the doctor ordered, because you can hang out with the kids and tackle spring cleaning. It’s also a good opportunity to weave media and technology into your daily lives in a mindful ...

My favorite response to the report that President Trump wants his female employees to “dress like women” was that photo collage, shared all over social media, of famous women in their women’s wear — Mae Jemison wearing her astronaut uniform, Ruth Bader Ginsburg in her Supreme Court ...

Here’s some of the latest in family tech.—VR Real Feel RacingNow you can get the full virtual-reality experience of car racing without having to leave the comfort of your living room. The app itself is a lot of fun for both kids and adults who like racing games. But what’s especially cool ...

We tell our kids that everyone makes mistakes — and we mean it — but if the last year was a rough one, it can be hard to bounce back. Past struggles with grades, organization, and friends are easy to carry over into the new year. Even determined kids may find themselves playing out the same ...