New device alerts parents when kids are in danger of drowning
by Benyamin Cohen for FromtheGrapevine
Unveiled at CES, the Coral Manta camera keeps a watchful eye at residential swimming pools.
Eyal Golan, an Israeli entrepreneur with three young children, built a swimming pool at his home about five years ago. At the time, he was looking for safety features to give him some peace of mind. "But there was nothing that works like a lifeguard," he said. "Something that always watches the pool and does not depend on the child's behavior – like whether he wears the device or forgot to wear it."
Did you know that there’s a new Jewish parenting podcast?
From Kveller
It’s true: Kveller.com just launched a shiny new podcast, Call Your Mother.
Hosted by all-star writers Jordana Horn and Shannon Sarna, Call Your Mother offers a sharp, sassy take on all the ups and downs of parenting while Jewish. Each episode includes an interview with a notable Jewish mom — including comedian Judy Gold and celebrity chef Einat Admony — who will shed new light on everything from addiction and anti-Semitism to sex and the Supreme Court.
Parshat Terumah
By Rafael Kushick from BimBam.com
Make family time fun time by watching Torah parshiot (portion) videos together then discussing them at the dinner table, at bedtime, while driving, or whenever.
Even the Torah has something to say about design and architecture.
Parshat Terumah asks the question, what would YOU build to house your most precious possessions? Who would you hire as the architect? Furniture designer Rafael Kushick helps us understand the divinely architected blueprints for the holiest – and most confusing – building project ever attempted.
Terrific Toys
Leah Reisman for Mishpacha
There are so many toys, and so many favorites, that there is a museum dedicated solely to kids’ favorite toys and games
The National Toy Hall of Fame, which is situated in the Strong National Museum of Play in Rochester, New York, features the world’s most popular toys and games from classic oldies to the latest fads. Every year since 1998, the public is welcome to nominate their favorite toys. A group of educators and historians are then tasked with choosing the winners for the year. Over the years, a wide range of toys and games have been featured, from board games to jump rope to dolls. This year there were 12 nominees, including some familiar choices, such as the American Girl doll, chalk, Chutes & Ladders, a sled, Uno, and Tic-Tac-Toe. The winners were recently announced on Thursday, November 8 and...they...are... Uno, Pinball, and the Magic Eight Ball. Do youthink those toys are winners?
Button Tree Art for Tu BiShvat
From Simply Designing
This article is featured in Jvillage Network's Tu B'Shevat Guide. For more articles, recipes, crafts, and ideas, visit here.
This fun button art craft is sure to be a hit for kids of all ages (just keep a close eye on younger children who might be tempted to put them in their mouth!)!
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