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Thoughts, ideas, and ideals for 21st century parents.

7 Tips to Take Circle to the Next Level

Setting up Circle to fit your unique family. Check out these seven tips to take Circle to the next level with your family.

What Parents Need to Know About Technology Addiction

A typical teen's day includes up to nine hours of texting, gaming, watching videos, and posting on multiple social networks

Circle Set Up Essentials

Worried about the Circle setup process? Don’t sweat it — we made it easy to get Circle up and running for your whole family.

Our New Research Shows Where Kids Get Their News and How They Feel About It

In a world where information literacy is critical, Common Sense's research explores kids' relationship to the news

How Girls Are Seeking (and Subverting) Approval Online

From selfies to shout-outs, girls are using social media both to build up and break down their self-image.

How to Talk to Kids About Difficult Subjects

In a world where even little kids learn about horrific subjects, it's important for parents to put things in perspective.

3 Places Families Should Make Phone-Free

Take back family time and set an example for your kids by creating tech-free zones in the most important areas of your life.

Help! My Kid Wants to Use Social Media

Get your kid -- and yourself -- ready for the next step with these conversation starters.

6 Media Resolutions Every Family Should Make in 2018

Whether or not you're a "resolution person," approach the new year as an opportunity to bond, to be mindful, and to learn something new.  

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