Parenting in a Digital World

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      5 ways to help your child thrive in a digital classroom

      Is online learning part of your child’s school experience? These five tips can help them feel confident and capable in any digital classroom while giving you peace of mind, too.
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      Parenting in a Digital World
      08/04/2025
      Are they ready for their first phone? Let’s talk bundling and savings.

      If you’re already a Verizon Fios 1 Gig or 2 Gighome internet customer, adding a Verizon mobile line for your child can make things easier—and smarter.

      Parenting in a Digital World
      08/01/2025
      How smart tech helps me raise confident, safe kids

      Expert tips for keeping kids safe online at every stage, using tools like Gizmo Watch Adventure and Verizon Family App for building trust and open communication.

      Parenting in a Digital World
      07/29/2025
      3 ways to use the Gizmo Watch 3 that might surprise you

      The Gizmo Watch 3’s medical ID, emergency calling and location tracking features take the stress out of giving your child more independence.

      Parenting in a Digital World
      07/22/2025
      How to pick family movies: reset the algorithm, vote, rotate

      Movie night shouldn’t start with 20 minutes of scrolling. Make choosing family movies easier with these expert tips from Magid, Verizon’s media research partner.

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      Sharing a mix of research-based strategies and parent proven tips.

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        Parent-proven tip

        When is my child ready for a smartphone? It’s not about the specific age. Kids need to form a sense of identity outside of technology—not with technology.

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        Beatrice (Bea) Moise, M.S., BCCS

        Bea is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, parenting coach, national speaker, and author of "Our Neurodivergent Journey."

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