3 YouTube Channels to Watch With Your Kids YOU’LL BE THE ‘COOL PARENT’ IN NO TIME
React (YouTube.com/finebros) Run by two brothers, these weekly videos cover a range of topics and have kids and adults “react” to them on camera. The topics range from funny (“7 Weirdest Sports You Won’t Believe Exist”) to serious (“Adults React to 4 Shocking Unsolved Robberies”). You’ll find celebrity content, fun facts, and challenge episodes like “Try Not to Smile” sprinkled into the mix. (Best for ages 10+.) MinutePhysics (YouTube.com/minutephysics) If your kid is interested in science or just endlessly curious, MinutePhysics is the channel for you. In 10 minutes or less, its hand-drawn videos easily explain tough concepts like photons and cosmic time. The creators also dive into questions like “Why do mirrors flip left and right, but not up and down?” and “Why do compressed air cans get cold?” (Best for ages 7+.) Pro parent tip: If your kids say they already watch one of the channels you suggest, ask them to show you their favorite video. Before you know it, you could be watching every new post together. thinking. Something as simple as stopping for gas before dropping your child off instead of after can disrupt our brain patterns and lead to tragedy. Though that sounds terrifying, awareness is the first step to prevention, and you can do a few things to stop your brain’s hiccups from resulting in catastrophe. External cues help disrupt our habits and make us remember. Try to always keep your purse, laptop, or lunch in the backseat, so you have no choice but to check it before getting out of the car in the morning. Or always place a specific item (diaper bag, teddy bear) in the passenger seat when your kid is in the car to serve as a reminder. Unfortunately, since few people watch their own children 100% of the time, parents also need to ensure that other caregivers have a safety plan. A day care, summer camp, or school bus might be responsible for transportation. These scenarios can pose a danger, and without preventative procedures, a child hiding or lying down for a nap can easily be overlooked by overwhelmed caregivers. Before allowing someone else to transport your child, confirm how they ensure all children are accounted for and never left unsupervised in a vehicle. If they lack a clear answer, reconsider whether you want to leave your child in their care. It may feel like an awkward or paranoid question to ask, but it can make all the difference to your family’s future.
According to TechCrunch, kids between 4 and 15 spend about an hour and 25 minutes every day watching YouTube. That means unless you’re a screen-free family, your kids are probably spending a big chunk of their time obsessing over stars like Mr. Beast and Jenna Marbles — so why not make it a bonding activity? There are definitely YouTube channels you don’t want to watch with your kids, but there are also plenty of fun, educational options that folks of all ages can enjoy. To win extra “cool parent” points, try watching one of these the next time you’re together.
Good Mythical Morning (YouTube.com/ goodmythicalmorning)
This channel is a daytime talk show that has been running on YouTube for 10 years and has more than 17 million subscribers. Comedians Rhett and Link post a mix of crazy food challenges, DIY experiments, and funny guest episodes. You can watch them taste discontinued snacks, try to turn fried chicken into ice cream cake, and feed Terry Crews tiny food, among other things. Episodes go up daily when the show is in season. (Best for ages 10+.)
NEVER LEAVE THEM IN A HOT CAR Kids Can’t Stand the Heat
Every year, we read stories of tragedy when a child dies after being left alone in a hot car. May 27 is National Heat Awareness Day, and with the weather warming up, this reminder is here just in time. Children’s temperatures rise to dangerous levels up to 3–5 times faster than adults, putting them at particular risk in a hot car. In both 2018 and 2019, 53 children died of vehicular heatstroke. Though the numbers dropped to 25 in 2020 and 23 in 2021, each of these deaths was a preventable tragedy. Most parents naturally think they could never forget their child in a vehicle. But, unfortunately, research shows it can happen to anyone. It’s all about how our brains work, and most hot car deaths occur after a disruption in the parent’s routine. Consider how many daily activities you complete without
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