Snag two Echo Dot Kids Edition devices for the price of one at Amazon

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You know that Amazon’s Alexa can answer your questions, control smart devices, and queue your music, but did you know that Alexa is also a kid-friendly DJ, comedian, and storyteller? That’s how Amazon describes its Echo Dot Kids Edition, equipped with a kid-friendly Alexa assistant.

If you have more than one kid and they’re not into sharing, we have some good news: Amazon is running a buy one get one free deal on the Echo Dot Kids Edition with the code KIDS2PACK, meaning you just pay $69.99 for two of the devices.

Your kids can ask Alexa to play music, answer questions, read stories, tell jokes, and more, and every response will have younger ears in mind. So, you can rest easy knowing your children won’t be exposed to adult content. Read more…

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Start ’em early: 8 of the best laptops for kids

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Kids younger than ever are mastering computer skills, and not just to watch videos on YouTube. As computers continue to play a larger role in our everyday lives, children are learning how to use the internet, word processing, coding, and other everyday computer skills, and applying those skills in various aspects of their education and recreation. 

When purchasing a computer for your child, we recommend buying a laptop in lieu of a desktop. Kids will benefit from the portable nature of laptops, especially when it comes to schoolwork. They can tote their laptop along to school with them, to the library, or to a study group at a friend’s house. And you will benefit from the lower price point of the laptop when compared to a desktop model.  Read more…

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