Remember going to the doctor when you were a kid? If the word 'traumatizing' comes to mind, you'll love the RoboDoc by MarkusB, a robotic doctor that makes checkups a little less scary (and a lot more fun) for kids. It all started when Markus took his 14-month-old daughter for a checkup. The finger clip that the doctor used to check her pulse terrified her, so Markus decided to build a heartbeat monitor just for kids that's much more likely to make them laugh than cry.
Small containers are useful for many things. They're good for storing snacks if you have children, as well as holding coins or odds and ends. But those regular store-bought containers are lame—who wants to keep their stuff in a Tupperware dish or old butter container?
This series gives some great ideas on ways that you can nurture and encourage your child's imagination. The videos cover reading, pretending, music, exercises and environments like water and sand, that will all help your child be more creative.
How to teach music concepts to children, including tips and techniques for teaching piano keys, notation and other music theory from an expert at teaching children music, Hope Wells.
Expert homemaker and educator Karen Weisman teaches how to do fun science projects for children right at home. She teaches how to make ooze, foam, film canister rockets, flubber, virtual vomit, melting witches, rubber bones, and how to do water magic. Also, Karen explains the ingredients necessary for each project and the scientific importance of each project. These videos are fun, educational, and free, so start having fun while learning today!
Notthecoolmom gives a craft lesson on how to make a diaper wreath for a baby shower. To make the wreath you will need the following materials: a package of 56 size 1 diapers (preferably with a design of some kind), a Styrofoam wreath, a spool of ribbon, and rubber bands (optional). Start by laying your diapers around the wreath to get an idea of spacing. Be careful not to make your wreath too full. You don't have to use all of the diapers it depends on the size of your wreath. To put the diap...
Whether you’re headed for a half-pipe or your driveway, always be safe. Wearing protective gear and taking a few precautions can help prevent you from landing in the ER. Watch this video to learn how to practice skateboarding safety.
Bringing a pet into your household is an important decision. Consider these factors when choosing a breed. Watch this video to learn how to choose the right dog breed for you.
Learn how to learn the basics of skateboarding. Initially an offshoot of California’s surf scene, this extreme sport has taken America by storm. Before you can execute sweet tricks, you need to start with the basics.
Learn how to 50-50 grind with a skateboard. After you've mastered some skateboarding fundamentals, try moving on to the 50-50 grind.
Learn how to drop in on a quarter-pipe. Dropping in on a quarter-pipe or other vertical ramp is something to try after you have been skateboarding for at least a few months.
Learn how to do tube assisted dumbbell curls. Presented by Real Jock Gay Fitness Health & Life. Benefits
Our expert, Teresa Cassese Aube, shows you the basics of teaching ballet to children. She talks about the history of ballet. She also discusses certain exercises and fitness routines. So, take some time and learn about children's ballet today!
Samantha Raffio shows us how to teach children to swim. Part 1 of 28 - How to Teach children to swim.
Make instruments out of household items. Annie Brunson has a degree in Music and Theater from Bretton Hall and has taught piano, oboe, and middle school band. Here she shows us craft projects on making percussion instruments.
This video series will show you tips, techniques and information about how to teach your children to read and what methods are most useful in certain cases. Our expert, Debbie Noah, not only explains how children comprehend reading but also ways to make it fun for them and gives you tips on where and when reading to your child is most effective.
A flaw in WPS, or WiFi Protected Setup, known about for over a year by TNS, was finally exploited with proof of concept code. Both TNS, the discoverers of the exploit and Stefan at .braindump have created their respective "reaver" and "wpscrack" programs to exploit the WPS vulnerability. From this exploit, the WPA password can be recovered almost instantly in plain-text once the attack on the access point WPS is initiated, which normally takes 2-10 hours (depending on which program you use).
While we all know that Valentine's Day is supposed to be about the giving and receiving of love and affection, let's face it: These days, the Hallmark holiday is more about the giving and receiving of chocolate and sugar high-inducing candy.
Your children need healthy snacks to start teaching them about living a healthy lifestyle, and this recipe is one that everyone can enjoy— not just the kids! Watch to learn a great way to make bruschetta with feta cheese, topped with tomato and fresh basil. It's a delicious Italian-style snack for anytime! This bruschetta is easy to make, healthy and really tasty! You can even change it up a bit.
In this video, we learn how to make lightning with a spoon and a balloon. First, you will need to gather a spoon and a balloon. Once you have these, blow up the balloon then tie it on the end so it's sealed. After this, rub the balloon on your hair and then slowly move the spoon towards the balloon. Turn the lights out and watch what happens. You will see sparks of electricity start to appear between the balloon and the spoon! This is great to do with children or as a quick experiment to show...
If your a parent and you child keeps bugging you about them wanting a cell phone, this next video might help. Parents are often worried that their kids may spend too much time on the phone and abuse the power they have in their hands. Well, this tutorial is going to tell you how you can use parental controls on a cell phone.
Start teaching your children the art of recycling… and the art of crafting. Making this recycled doll's broom is perfect for any young girl who enjoys beauty and you figurines. A crafty broom will help Barbie learn responsibility, and teach your young ones about helping their environment out. This doll's broom is made from real evergreen leaves, along with a popsicle sticks and some tape. Easy!
This isn't your standard origami for kids. It's more like "craft-igami". The difference is the glue. Origami is strictly and art with paper— no epoxies required, but when you throw a little glue into the mix, it becomes the perfect kids project. This paper tulip flower is the perfect paper project to start out your children in the wonderful world of paper crafts. To make this paper tulip with your kids, you'll need:
Okay, so why would a kid want to make a pincushion? They're not supposed to be playing with sharp objects like pins anyway, right? Well, not everything you teach your children will benefit them. Sometimes you need to think of you… something you could find useful, and this detergent cap cupcake pincushion design is perfect for your sewing kit. You'll need:
When playing sports, warming up is an integral pre-game must, and with kids, there's an entirely different approach to coaching them through warmup drills. This video will help coaches keep their team in good condition by talking about the process of teaching your youth players to successfully complete dynamic warmups. The biggest part is to prevent injury. The muscles have to be warm upped, the blood needs to flow, and the heart rate need to be up as well. See all of the necessary exercises ...
The term "chibi" means "small person" or "small child" in Japanese. While it can be used to designate such personages in real life, it is more often used to refer to small, doll-like characters in Japanese manga, anime, and jewelry/fashion wares.
Tending to your body with love (and frequent bouts of exercise) is a lot like being affectionate with your children: the more attention you pay to building a lean body now, the more likely it is that it'll pay you back with the same care later on in life.
Learn how to make a pop-up snake in minutes and surprise your children. 1) Get two pieces of paper of the colors you want. Also get a CD or something similar. 2) Get a paper and fold it in half. 3) Draw a circle on the paper using the CD and a marker or pen. 4) With the help of scissors start cutting the circle in a spiral fashion. 5) Fold the other paper in half. 6) Glue the tail of the snake on one side of the paper and glue the head of the snake on the other side. 7) You can use the other ...
You can get strong ripped abs by letting your inner child loose! By combining playground exercises and cardio you can have washboard abs that you are proud of. This video shows how to properly execute playground type exercises such as pull-ups to strengthen your arms and push ups to work your arms, back and chest. Follow along to find other quick and easy exercises that you can incorporate into your every day life to get the body you've always desired!
ADHD can be hard-hitting for children and their parents. Luckily, there are a host of treatment options available.
Spina bifida is a birth defect involving the neural tube, resulting in an incomplete formation of the spine. Spina bifida is one of the most common birth defects, it occurs within the first few weeks of pregnancy often before a woman knows she's pregnant. Get expert tips and advice on treating and understanding spina bifida or split spine in this video.
This is a condition where the tissue that's supposed to grow inside of your uterus starts growing outside of your uterus on other organs. It's not usually dangerous and doesn't have any side effects, but it can be very painful and also can give you trouble conceiving, if you're trying to have a baby. Adjusting your diet and foods you eat can help with endometriosis. Learn how to adjust your diet to fit your specific health and nutrition needs in this nutrition how-to video.
Sign language for infants helps accelerate language development and is also a great way to spend time and bond with your baby. Learn how signing can help you and your child and then learn some easy to do signs that you can practice with your baby at home. Just watch this parenting how-to video.
You should always be as sure as possible as a parent. Watch and tech your children these free anti-abduction and kidnapping techniques.
You love the video game Tetris and you love the puzzle Rubik's Cube, then what's stopping you from attacking the Tetris Cube?
This tutorial Korean cooking video will teach you how to make stir fried anchovy side dishes. The sundried anchovy side dish is one of the basic Korean sidedishes, usually eaten with a bowl of rice. This is really low calorie and high calcium so Korean parents regularly prepare it for their children. When I was going to school, this was one of the usual dishes we ate all the time. My mom always prepared it for my school lunch.
Are you tired of the same old meals all the time? Do you miss the old fashioned stew that you had as a child? This recipe is just like Grandma’s beef stew that you grew up with.
For preschoolers this is lesson tune that works on animal identification and color recognition. It includes lots of Halloween themed and colored items like a skeleton, spider, and black cat. Preschool video lesson tunes are short songs or chants with an educational message done to a familiar tune. Music is used as tool to teach or communicate a message. Repetition is used to reinforce learning, and children love repetition. Hand and body movements are used to help deliver the message and for ...
This lesson tune works on shape recognition. Lesson tunes are short songs or chants to a familiar tune with an educational message. Music is used as tool to teach or communicate a message. Repetition is also used in these lesson tunes to reinforce learning, and children love repetition. Hand and body movements are used to help preschoolers learn to control their bodies Lesson tunes are even great for using increasing vocabulary, English, and pronunciation.
Homemade baby food provides your little one with a natural, nutritious meal. Learn what fruits are right for your child and how to prepare, cook, and store baby food. Babies between 4 and 6 months old are ready to start integrating solid food into their diet. Remember to check in with your pediatrician before making any changes to your baby's diet. When making baby food, be sure to wash your hands and use clean equipment and tools. You can also freeze it in an ice cube tray, and once frozen, ...
