Positive and Negative Effects of Technology on Children
At Bark, we believe in open, honest communication between kids and parents when it comes to the positive and negative effects of technology on children. And similar to the birds-and-the-bees talk, with the tech talk, there’s more to teach your kids than can be...
Top 5 Kids Tablets In 2019
Whether your kids are just learning to read or are about to start high school, tablets provide entertainment, communication, and countless learning opportunities. With screens that are larger than phones but still portable, kids tablets are a must-have for many...
7 Throwbacks That Are Better Than Their Replacements
Being a kid in 2019 isn’t all that different from being a kid in 1989. There’ll always be some universal childhood constants — things like bike riding in the summer, fighting bedtime to stay up just a little bit later, and asking your parents a million questions. But...
Wizards Unite Community Days and Events: Parents Guide
Parents probably remember the summer of 2016 for how much time their kids (or themselves) spent hunting fantastic creatures with Pokemon Go. Brace yourself — it’s happening again! But this time, it’s Harry Potter-themed. Released on June 21 by Niantic (the same...
13 Reasons Why Review for Parents
This post was updated in July 2019 to reflect Netflix's changes to the show's most controversial scene. Content warning: This post discusses content that some individuals may find triggering, including suicide and sexual assault. Even if you haven’t seen the Netflix...
Your Child’s Social Media Footprint
On Monday, the story of a high school student named Kyle Kashuv, whose acceptance into Harvard was rescinded, went viral. The university’s decision came after multiple screenshots were published showing that the student had made racist, sexist, and anti-Semitic...
Why Bark Is a Great Partner for Parents of LGBTQ+ Kids
In honor of Pride Month, the team at Bark is highlighting the importance of supporting LGBTQ+ kids, tweens, and teens. In a recent survey of more than 12,000 LGBTQ+ kids conducted by the Human Rights Commission and the University of Connecticut, these young people...
Is Spotify Safe? Bark Now Monitors Spotify Music
Is Spotify safe for kids? Bark is excited to announce that we now monitor Spotify, the popular music-streaming service. This brand-new addition to our lineup will offer parents unprecedented insight into what their kids are listening to. Our award-winning service...
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