This is a common-sense look at what happens inside some social networking sites. Parents can't just hide their heads in the sand, but they also can't pretend that their kids are enticed to join age-INappropriate sites.
- Anne Easterling
Should kids be banned from the Internet until they are 18? This mom figured out that it's not possible, so she founded Yoursphere.com, a web site that provides a safe engaging social network for kids and teens.
- Anne Easterling
Using one of the Disney Dining Plans can save you money on your Disney World vacation. This story shows you how you can decide if they are a good value for your family's vacation.
- Anne Easterling
I keep getting questions about Twitter, but could never find an easy to understand introduction. So I created this page to help non-technical people understand what Twitter is and how to get started.
- Anne Easterling
In honor of Disney Animal Kingdom's 11th anniversary, here are my five favorite things to do there! These four attractions and one restaurant are always on my must-do list.
- Anne Easterling
Information about the FREE Dining Plan for Disney World vacations this fall, plus Anne's tips for getting the most out of the Disney Dining Plan.
- Anne Easterling
Review of how inappropriate commenting online is changing social interactions, with a description of how Yoursphere.com is working to change the norms.
- Anne Easterling
Created by a mom and wife to help families plan their Disney World vacation... using maps and videos! Designed for anyone who is overwhelmed by traditional travel guides.
- Anne Easterling
There's a lot being said these days about whether social networking sites are good for teens or just too dangerous to use. Mary Kay Hoal gives a common-sense review for parents.
- Anne Easterling
Web page with a directory of video guides that can help you plan your Disney World vacation. Each video covers an essential step in planning your Disney trip.
- Anne Easterling
Lessons learned from danah boyd's talk on "Social Media Is Here to Stay ... Now What?" Every web developer can learn important lessons on the expectations of our users.
- Anne Easterling
Story of Mary Kay Hoal was inspired to take on Myspace and other social networking sites -- and create a kid-safe and kid-focused alternative called Yoursphere.com
- Anne Easterling
My experience in social networking. With so much talk about "old people" being on Facebook, I thought it would be helpful to share my story.
- Anne Easterling
Comments to help parents understand how teens today study -- with some much technology access, how has studying changed? Part of Yoursphere's ongoing parent education program.
- Anne Easterling
This blog is hosted by the team at Yoursphere.com, the safety-first social network for teen. We provide education and news for parents how to keep their kids safe online.
- Anne Easterling
This article introduces the new That's Not Cool campaign that helps teens deal with unwanted text, IM and email messages (AKA textual abuse). It is part of the Yoursphere parent education program on Internet safety and teen social networking.
- Anne Easterling
What every parent should know about COPPA, the US regulation that gives parents control over how web sites collect and use information about their children
- Anne Easterling
Collection of all of the scriptures that tell the story of Christmas: the annunciation, the Nativity, the visit of the Magi, the escape to Egypt.
- Anne Easterling
Very interesting study, and very much in line with what we are working on at Yoursphere.com yoursphere.com/welcome-parents[yoursphere.com/welcome-parents] )
- Anne Easterling
Pocahontas and her Forest Friends is a delightful show... leaving Disney's Animal Kingdom on Sept. 27. Nice article in the Orlando Sentinel.
- Anne Easterling
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