DoorDash Is Giving You $10 Off Your Order––Here’s How

by Karly WoodNovember 19, 2020

Like everything else this year, gift giving is going to look a little different. Thankfully, DoorDash has just launched Gifting, a brand new way to share the food love with friends and family.

Gifting gives users the opportunity to send everything from treats to entire meals right away or at a pre-scheduled drop off time. It will be available across all stores on DoorDash and Caviar on iOS and Web for Android. To celebrate the launch, DoorDash is also offering a fun promotion.

From Nov. 19 through Nov. 27 (Black Friday) every customer who gives a gift of $20 or more through DoorDash or Caviar will get $10 off their next order. Additionally, for every gift of food given from Nov. 24 through Dec. 1 (Giving Tuesday) DoorDash will match all gifts by donating a meal to someone in need through Feeding America (up to 100,000 meals).

Gifting isn’t just about the holidays. You can also choose from plenty of digitally-animated cards for birthdays, congratulations, and many more, and create your own personalized message.

So how does it work?

Open open up your DoorDash or Caviar app and enter the address of the person you want to send a gift to. Choose your gift from the desired store, then at checkout click “send as a gift” to turn any order into a gift order.

Add the recipient’s name, select your card, fill in the giftee’s phone number, confirm your details, then place your order. Then all you have to do is share the info with your loved one––Gifting is on the way!

Want to help even more? If you’re the lucky recipient of a gift through DoorDash, pay it forward and support local businesses by using the hashtag #OpenForDelivery to share your fave foods and shops.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of DoorDash

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Score Some Treats (No Tricks) at DQ This Halloween

by Jennifer SwartvagherOctober 16, 2020

Ghosts, ghouls and creepy clowns may give you a fright this Halloween. Fans who visit DQ on Oct. 31 have nothing to fear if they are looking for a delicious meal and a great deal. At participating DQ locations, for one day only, you can get a Kid’s Meal for $1.99 using the DQ mobile app.

A DQ Kid’s Meal comes complete with a choice of an entree, side, drink and classic vanilla or chocolate Kid’s Cone. 

For adult fans looking for a scary good treat this Halloween, minus the tricks, the new Oreo Mocha Fudge Blizzard Treat will have jack-o-lanterns turning orange with envy. The October Blizzard of the Month combines Oreo cookie pieces, choco chunks and coffee blended with world-famous DQ soft-serve. 

Fans can head to DQ.com to find their local store and can connect on social media using @DairyQueen and #HappyTastesGood. The DQ app is available for download on iOS and Android devices.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of DQ

Google Made Finding Online Content for Your Kids So Much Easier with Kids Space

by Leah R. SingerOctober 4, 2020

In today’s world of technology and virtual learning, it’s inevitable that kids will use devices, apps, and other technology to learn and play. It can be challenging to find quality content across digital platforms, but there are resources available for families to find enriching and engaging content.

Google can help! Earlier this year, Google launched a new Kids tab on the Google Play Store to help families find Teacher Approved apps that are both enriching and fun, making it easier for you to find the best apps for your kids. But the fun doesn’t stop in the Play Store. Earlier this fall, Google launched Google Kids Space, a family-friendly tablet experience designed to spark your kiddo’s curiosity and creativity with tons of quality content through apps, games, books and videos. Plus, every app and game on Kids Space is teacher-approved. It’s customizable to your kid and their personality. And the best part is that YOU set the boundaries with parental controls from Google’s Family Link, so you can feel better while young ones explore and learn on their device.

Google Kids Space is available as a kid’s profile on select Android tablets—no subscription necessary! All you need to do is set up Kids Space on a compatible device, and it will recommend free-to-download apps, games, and books from Google Play, and videos from YouTube Kids that are based on the interests your child chooses. That means your little one can learn about everything from dinosaurs to dragons, to crafts and baseball. Kids Space recommends content that helps kids discover, create and grow.

Kids Space has four key areas for kids to explore:

Play—Find tons of teacher-approved apps and games from Google Play. The apps are age-appropriate, thoughtfully designed and fun and engaging!

Read—Books are free, handpicked by experts, and include favorites like “Pete the Cat” and “Harold & The Purple Crayon.” Google works with publishers like Sesame Street and Harper Collins so your kids have great books to choose from, which normally cost money, but Kids Space lets you read them for free.

Watch—Kids Space recommends videos from YouTube Kids that are creative and fun. Kids can practice singing, dancing and cooking, and watch videos about nearly every topic they love, from animals to magic to nature.

Make—This section recommends videos from YouTube Kids that spark hands-on creativity and play. Kids can learn to draw, do silly science experiments or play an instrument, just to name a few. The videos help encourage off-screen activities!

Parents love Kids Space because they can set boundaries with parental controls in Google’s Family Link app, and kids will love the fun content they’ll discover on Kids Space! For added flexibility, parents can easily add additional books, apps, and games from Google Play.

Learn more about Kids Space today!

– Leah R. Singer

Google Kids Space requires a Google Account for your child. Parental controls require the Family Link app on a supported Android, Chromebook, or iOS device. Books and video content not available in all regions. Video content subject to availability of YouTube Kids app. Books content requires the Play Books app. Availability of apps, books, and video content may change without notice. Google Assistant not available in Google Kids Space.

The Home Depot Is Improving the Way We Do the Holidays This Year

by Jennifer SwartvagherSeptember 9, 2020

The holidays might be different this year, but The Home Depot is committed to keeping holiday spirits high and stress down for you and your loved ones this season. Starting with reinventing Black Friday, they are improving the shopping experience, with customer safety and well being as their priority. With so many affordable holiday offerings, Home Depot can be your one-stop destination for gifts and home décor.

For the first time ever, Home Depot is offering Black Friday prices throughout the holiday season. Savings will start in early November and last through December, both in-store and online Now you can enjoy Black Friday savings without having to deal with the crowds.

From outdoor decorations to finishing touches on your table, season-long deals will be available on items like holiday décor, online home décor, appliances, smart home, and tools and hardware.

Home Depot has DIYers in mind as well. In collaboration with Pinterest, you can expect to find more inspiration on how to give meaningful, handmade gifts this season on the website.

Home Depot is offering free shipping on over 1 million items, providing flexibility with in-store pick-up or home delivery options. Fresh trees can even be shipped directly to your doorstep with no shipping fee.

For the first time, The Home Depot mobile app users will have exclusive access to view deals in November before they go live online. Simply download the Home Depot mobile app to your iPhone, iPad or Android to save time, money and stay organized. Use the app’s Product Locator feature to check inventory at your local store and find what you need fast this holiday season.

Following their long-standing tradition, all Home Depot stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day this year so that our associates and customers can enjoy important time with family and loved ones.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Home Depot

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Swimply Lets Users Rent Private Pools By The Hour

by Jennifer SwartvagherAugust 10, 2020

Do you want the luxury of a private pool without installing one in your backyard? Swimply, the only online pool sharing marketplace, offers families a chance to get out of the house and into the water. This app allows people to rent swimming pools by the hour and owners can choose to include other amenities like the use of a grill or fire pit

The Swimply website and app, available on iOS and Android devices, provided non-contact entry to private pools. Use Swimply for entertainment, exercise or even a spot for swim lessons.

Non-pool owners can read about available pools, see reviews, and book directly through Swimply.com and on the app. Owners are able to list their pool onto the website and include customized information on availability, rules and prices with a guarantee of an effortless transaction within 24 hours of the reservation.

Each pool is inspected for safety prior to listings and owners can utilize in-app purchases like pool cleanings and maintenance before and after usage. For assistance with booking and listing, the Swimply support team ensures that the entire process of listing, reserving, and payment is as smooth as possible for all involved.

Pools are available for booking in Arizona, California, Connecticut, Florida, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, New York, South Carolina, Texas, and Virginia. The average pool costs $45 per hour and is based on pool area size, amenities, timing and demand.

Pools can be booked and listed on www.swimply.com or on IOS and Android app.

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—Jennifer Swartvagher

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Google’s New AR Feature Brings Dinosaurs into Your Living Room

by Karly WoodJune 30, 2020

Google Search just got more exciting! In April, Google released its 3D Animal Feature and now, in partnership with NBCUniversal Media and Ludia, the company is sharing 10 new AR dinosaurs from the Jurassic World franchise that can be viewed in 3D or brought into your own space for a life-size experience.

All you need to do is use a mobile device to search for a dinosaur on Google, using a Google app, Android or Safari browser. Then tap “View in 3D,” where you’ll be able to zoom in, rotate, adjust the size and even hear footsteps (Android devices only)! Currently you can view the Tyrannosaurus Rex, Velociraptor, Triceratops, Spinosaurus, Stegosaurus, Brachiosaurus, Ankylosaurus, Dilophosaurus, Pteranodon, and Parasaurolophus.

If that wasn’t enough, users can also create AR videos by using the recording options! When you share, be sure to tag #Google3D and #JurassicWorld.

––Karly Wood

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Acorns Early Gives Every Child Financial Access Beginning at Birth

by Jennifer SwartvagherJune 30, 2020

When you welcome a new baby into your family, you are equipped with a car seat, a stroller and a crib but have you given any thought to how you are going to prepare to send your little one off to college. Acorns Financial will provide Acorns Early free to babies born in 2020. Now it is even easier to invest in your child’s future.

With an Early, a UGMA/UTMA account parents have the tools to save and invest beginning at any age. Early funds can be used for anything that benefits the child, and custodians may see tax advantages while they invest, before easily transferring the account when the child is an adult. Acorns Early features automated Recurring Investments, an interactive Potential graph to view the power of compounding, exclusive Found Money offers, and custom financial literacy content, developed in partnership with CNBC. As part of the release, Acorns has introduced a $5 monthly tier, Acorns Family. Customers in this tier get Acorns Early, plus all-in-one investing, retirement, and checking accounts, Smart Deposit, personalized insurance options, and tools to earn more money. To support as many families as possible, Acorns will allow multiple children per Family account, at no added cost.

“We have always been guided by our mission to look after the financial best interests of the up-and-coming,” said Acorns CEO, Noah Kerner. “If we begin as early as birth, we have the opportunity to change the financial outcomes of an entire generation.”

To support its goal of 1 million Acorns children in one year, and boost customers on their family’s financial wellness journey, the company is kicking off a referral campaign today. Any new Early customers will receive a $50 bonus investment for every friend they refer, and each friend will receive a $10 bonus.

“Early is special for me as a mom, but it feels even more important this year,” said Kennedy Reynolds, mother of three, author of the children’s book, “Grow Your Oak,” and Acorns Chief Brand Officer. “Alongside our customers, we can level the playing field, and get our kids financially ready for whatever comes their way.”

Acorns is accessed simply and easily via the app for iPhone, Android or desktop. Visit Acorns.com for more.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

Featured photo: Acorns

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Responsible Screen Time Does Exist–With Amazon Fire HD Kids Edition Tablet

by Tinybeans TeamJune 28, 2020

It’s barely summer yet somehow we’ve already run out of ideas to entertain our kids. Amazon has you covered, with plenty of fresh smart products for your smartypants!

Not your average tablet, Amazon’s Fire HD 8 Kids Edition Tablet is now even faster, and equipped with a kid-proof case and built-in stand. Set up easy-to-use parental controls in a snap. Safe and smart screen time at it’s best: set time limits, educational goals and curfews, and manage and filter content for up to 4 child profiles.

We love a deal: it comes with a two-year worry-free guarantee (it breaks, they replace!) and one year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited. FreeTime Unlimited is an all-in-one subscription offering over 20,000 books, Audible books, movies, TV shows, apps, and games for kids ages 3–12. All FreeTime Unlimited content is hand-curated and age-appropriate. Parents can add content to kids’ profiles to give them access to more apps and games like Netflix or Minecraft.

Looking for even more? Kindle Kids Edition is designed exclusively for reading so no distractions. Echo Glow is a smart lamp that’s compatible with any Alexa device, so kids can be in control, and with Echo Dot Kids, they can ask Alexa to play music, hear stories, call approved friends and family, and explore a world of kid-friendly skills.

High fives to Amazon for helping adults everywhere win at parenting!

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The same FreeTime Unlimited subscription can be used on any compatible device, including Kindle devices, Fire tablets, Fire TV, Echo, iOS and Android devices.

Interactive, Screen-Free Audio Platform, Yoto Launches in the United States

by Jennifer SwartvagherJune 9, 2020

Yoto is a screen-free audio platform for children. This alternative provides families the opportunity to balance play time, learning and creativity without screens. The brand recently announced their United States launch and availability of the Yoto Player in order to inspire a new generation of learners.

The Yoto Player is designed to safely give children full control over their listening, by entertaining and educating them while reducing screen-time. Yoto Player is controlled using physical cards that are inserted into the Player which plays audio content, reducing screen time without removing technology. Parents have access to the Yoto smartphone app allowing control of settings and content management. The free-to-download Yoto smartphone app also contains a selection of free content available to all, and allows families to play the audio through other Bluetooth speakers, including in the car for on-the-go entertainment. Additionally, Yoto’s audio cards have the ability to play content through the app by simply tapping the card to the back of a compatible smartphone.

“Research shows that audio can help inspire creativity and imagination in children, whereas screen-time has the opposite effect. We created Yoto with the mission to help inspire the next generation of creative, independent minds through audio and we are thrilled to introduce the Yoto Player to the US market, giving more children access to a world of curated audio content,” said Ben Drury, CEO and co-founder of Yoto. “Children can listen to amazing audio without a smartphone screen, freeing their hands and minds for imaginative play whilst parents know that they are safe.”

Having secured licenses with Penguin Random House, HarperCollins, Hachette, Macmillan and more, the extensive and ever-expanding content library is packed with some of the world’s greatest children’s authors including Roald Dahl and Judith Kerr. The Yoto library also features music, activities, and podcasts, such as the Yoto Daily, Yoto’s very own free micro-podcasts, as well as radio and sound effects. In addition, the Yoto Player has a ‘Create Your Own’ function enabling users to create their very own bedtime stories or link to their favorite radio stations or podcasts.

Yoto Player is available for purchase at us.yotoplay.com starting at $99.99. The Yoto smartphone app is available to download for free on iOS or Android.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

All photos courtesy of Yoto

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CNN & “Sesame Street” to Host a Town Hall Discussing Racism

by Jennifer SwartvagherJune 5, 2020

Over the past few months, Sesame Workshop has been helping parents and kids navigate the coronavirus pandemic. CNN and Sesame Street will join once again this weekend for a new Town Hall to help kids and families discuss racism and the protests taking place nationwide, build empathy and embrace diversity. The hour-long special, Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism, will be hosted by CNN commentator Van Jones and CNN anchor Erica Hill, along with Sesame Street’s Big Bird, on Sat., Jun. 6 at 10 a.m. ET on CNN, CNN International and CNN en Español.

Coming Together: Standing Up to Racism will also include Sesame Street Muppets Abby Cadabby, Elmo and his dad Louie, Gabrielle and Rosita, alongside cast members Roscoe Orman and Sonia Manzano, and Sesame Workshop Senior Vice President of U.S. Social Impact Dr. Jeanette Betancourt.

The special will stream live without requiring a log-in on CNN.com’s homepage and across mobile devices via CNN’s apps for iOS and Android. It can also be viewed on CNNgo (at CNN.com/go on your desktop, smartphone and iPad, and via CNNgo apps for Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, Chromecast and Android TV), and will be available on demand to subscribers via cable/satellite systems, CNNgo platforms and CNN mobile apps.

—Jennifer Swartvagher

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