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Learning Fun: 5 Educational Devices For Tots and Preschoolers

LilSugar — Sat, 12 Nov 2011 04:46:05 PST

These days, even preschoolers want cool digital devices! New learning devices for toddlers and preschoolers hit the store shelves on a regular basis, and the range of what they teach varies from helping kiddos learn the alphabet and numbers to animals, sounds, and much more. Give your kiddo the gift of technology - and education! - with one of these five educational devices!

Let's Go Fishing: A Fun and Educational Activity For Preschoolers

LilSugar — Tue, 25 Oct 2011 08:33:55 PDT

It's learning time! Mama knows that teaching her tot the ABCs, shapes, and colors is an important job, but, most of the time, it isn't easy. Getting your kiddo to pay attention can sometimes be challenging, so why not make it fun, too? The Learning Boat is a great way to get your tots motivated and teach them all about the alphabet, basic shapes, and colors. Even making the Learning Boat, is a fun and educational project!

Keep reading to find out how to build your own Learning Boat.

Toys to Keep Your Tots Learning All Summer Long

LilSugar — Sun, 17 Jul 2011 05:21:34 PDT

Ah, Summer vacation. Are there any two words that bring more joy to kids? Long, lazy Summer days don't have to signal a break in learning. A current study shows that kids who are a little too relaxed over the Summer can fall significantly behind their peers academically, and the results are cumulative. Avoid Summer learning loss with these great toys that will keep your kids entertained and stimulated. Ready to tackle the new school year in September?

Maps and Globes For Your Worldly Tot

Leta Shy — Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:00:19 PST

If your lil tot is an inquisitive one, chances are she'll be wondering about the ways of the world long before she can even hold pen to paper. So to help her learn, nothing is better than toys and decor that educate your cutie about our fair planet. Check out these interactive maps and whimsical decor that will make her a geography whiz kid!

Clockwise from top left: Ferm Living World Map Decals ($153); Authentic Models Globe Mobile ($70); This Land Is Your Land Bib ($8); LeapFrog Tag Maps ($20); Play & Learn Soft & Safe World Map Foam Puzzle Floor ($75); Alphabet Jigsaw USA Map ($47).

iPad Flash Cards For Baby

Leta Shy — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 02:00:00 PST

From iPhones to Android phones, there's no end to smartphone fun for the lil ones. iPads are also a great way to entertain the tots, and they make it easy to carry fun and interactive tools for on the go. These flash card apps take advantage of the iPad's large screen and touch technology to make learning irresistible! Click through for five beautiful flash card app options for your iPad (bonus: all are also available for the iPhone)!

Daily Tech: Find Out What Google's Chrome OS Is All About

GeekSugar — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 12:52:58 PST

Gizmodo explains to the rest of us why Google Chrome matters - Gizmodo
The next Flip camcorder is rumored to include WiFi - Engadget
More than 300,000 people in Bangladesh have signed up for English classes that will take place via cell phones - Switched
This Space Invaders car is too cute for words - Kotaku
Here are five rules to follow when buying an HDTV - CrunchGear
Looks like Apple's iTablet won't be making its debut until late 2010 - Wired

Website of the Day: Apostrophe Me

GeekSugar — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:15:54 PST

Sometimes I just like things explained simply, in good old-fashioned plain English. For instance, it was so liberating when the guys from Commoncraft talked about Twitter in layman's terms, and now with a website called Apostrophe Me, you'll never misuse apostrophes again, thanks to their cute and detailed flow chart. Other things worth checking out on the site? Scroll down to take one of their fun quizzes, like the "How Many Germs Live on Your Cell Phone" test!

Have an interesting website you want to share? To learn how to post your favorite websites to our Website of the Day group,

Website of the Day: Learn Something New Every Day

GeekSugar — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:15:37 PST

I've already confessed my love for mood-boosting sites and sites that deliver daily doses of awesomeness, so it's natural that I'm loving this site from the UK, Learn Something Every Day.

Each day features a new fun fact illustrated on a bright background. For example: "The film Titanic cost more than the Titanic itself," and, "Penguins are able to jump two meters high."

You can submit your own fun facts to the site, too. They doesn't make a claim to validate each fact selected, though most seem believable - I just love the site's simple design, bright colors, and entertainment value. Plus, who doesn't like amassing random fun facts to impress your friends?

Do you have an interesting website you want to share? Join the Website of the Day group where you can post your favorite website! And you never know, it could be featured on GeekSugar! Here's a detailed guide to posting questions or posts to groups if you are new to the PopSugar Community.

iPhone App of the Day: The 6500 Cool Facts Generator

GeekSugar — Fri, 29 May 2009 13:01:52 PDT

Remember in Jerry Maguire when Ray says "Did you know the human head weighs eight pounds?" to Jerry? Talk about one of the most memorable quotes from the entire movie.

I don't know what it is about random tidbits of information, but I love the idea of learning fun facts that aren't common knowledge. Now can I learn over 6500 interest facts with the free cool facts iPhone app.

To receive a new fact, all you have to do is shake your iPhone or iPod Touch, or you can swipe left, right, or tap your phone. And even if you don't find it entertaining, I'm sure it's something that kids would find amusing.

PBS Reaches the Masses With PBS Video

GeekSugar — Fri, 24 Apr 2009 06:00:17 PDT

I often get the urge to step away from the funny YouTube videos and expose myself to something. . . educational. Gasp! Yes, you can find me watching just as many videos on Academic Earth and iTunes U, as I do on sites like Hulu. And now I've got a new one to add to the mix - PBS Video. PBS has just launched a new video portal (in beta) where you can find all sorts of clips and full length episodes from a variety of programs and topic areas. The site also gives you the ability to share videos with friends and family, or purchase a copy by clicking "Own It."