The Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of our favorite places to visit when travel to California to see my parents and it’s a place that I’ve been going to since I was a child. My kids are captivated by the playful otters, wait patiently for graceful stingrays to glide by to pet their silky fins, and marvel at…
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Roku’s Streaming Stick Gives Your HDTV Access to the Internet
Roku’s Streaming Stick ($49) turns your HDTV into a streaming powerhouse. This small HDMI stick plugs into your TV and gives you access to streaming content from many of the top providers on the internet. Roku has been making streaming TV boxes for a long time and has developed quite a following. Some owners are…
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Debuts on PBS Today!
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood makes its debut on PBS today. For more information and a giveaway, visit my previous post about this super cute sweater wearing Mister Rogers channeling little tiger! Thanks for reading Tech Savvy Mama through your feed! Original post by Tech Savvy Mama ©2012
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood: Behind the Scenes with Creator Angela Santomero (w. giveaway)
In May I had the pleasure of attending the PBS Annual Meeting in Denver, Colorado where I had an opportunity to get a sneak peek at Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood. This new PBS show for ages 2-4 year olds debuts on your local station this Monday, September 3. One of the reasons I’m so excited…
PBS Cat in the Hat-a-Thon Celebrates Dr. Seuss’ Birthday on March 2 (w. giveaway)
“Be More PBS” encourages a closer look at the content that PBS offers through one of the latest ad campaigns but is that possible in our house? Looking back, PBS has always been a part of my life beginning in childhood, following me throughout my career as a teacher, and now as a parent. As…
Curious George Holiday Spectacular 11/23 on PBS KIDS
Even if you’re en route to your Thanksgiving destination tomorrow, set the DVR to record the Curious George Holiday Spectacular, a three movie event that includes the broadcast premiere of the original Curious George, Curious George 2: Follow That Monkey, and one of our holiday favorites from last year, Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas….
Dinosaur Train’s Dinosaur Big City Premieres Today on PBS
If your kids can name all of the dinosaurs and the prehistoric time periods thanks to Dinosaur Train, then chances are they’re looking forward to Dinosaur Big City, the Dinosaur Train movie that will air on PBS Kids today. Check your local listings to determine what time you will be able to join Buddy and…
Exclusive Interview with Jay Ingram from PBS’ The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That
One of our new favorite shows is PBS’ The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That so I was thrilled to have the opportunity to interview lead science advisor, celebrated science author, and television host Jay Ingram. Jay is the one who, as he puts it, “ensures that lemurs and toucans aren’t in…
Board Dinosaur Train for an Under Sea Adventure While Getting Ready for School (DVD giveaway)
Congratulations to Letisha who won the Dinosaur Train Under the Sea DVD! her 3 1/2 year old son loves Dinosaur Train and she’s thankful she stumbled upon the show when flipping channels. The concept of time traveling dinosaurs seems a bit strange but the pint size dinos in Dinosaur Train have been a favorite in…
TeachMama’s Amy on Computer Games for the Little Guys
Today’s Tech Savvy Guest is the amazing Amy from Teach Mama. This extraordinary educator uses her background as a former high school reading specialist to share the many ways she sneaks learning opportunities into her 3 kids’ lives each and every day. I always love taking a look at Teach Mama for the inspirational things…
