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Disney’s Citizen Kid: November Media Thankfulness

November 4, 2014 by Amy Jussel Leave a Comment

Nov. 4, 2014 Disney's Citizen Kid Kicks off our Media/Marketing Month of ThankfulnessI love the concept of media shining the spotlight on extraordinary kids doing prosocial things, whether it’s … [Read more...]

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Best Childrens’ TV You’ve Never Seen: Ameba TV

December 2, 2011 by Amy Jussel 6 Comments

Dec. 2, 2011 Heard of Ameba TV yet? For world-weary parents of kids aged 2-12 who'd like to allow media in moderation but are sick of monitoring cruddy channels of influence being served up by … [Read more...]

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One World Futbol: Where Do The Children Play? Anywhere.

June 1, 2011 by Amy Jussel Leave a Comment

Update: July 13, 2014 World Cup Finals! Congratulations to Germany, who just won in extra time against Argentina to take the honor at The World Cup 2014. From media literacy lessons on what's left out … [Read more...]

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Age of Conversation & Kids: Digital Citizens v Snark Tanks

May 26, 2010 by Amy Jussel 8 Comments

May 26, 2010 When I mention social media being part of kids’ identity, parents often cringe and squinch up their faces like I’ve force fed them BeanBoozled Jelly Bellies in pickle and ‘rotten egg’ … [Read more...]

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