Baby and kid

Amid the efforts to censor what kids learn in school, we asked experts to share their favorite books to help ensure all kids and families can see and be seen.

Loud fireworks can be scary. Here’s how to keep yourself, your kids, and even your pets calm and stress-free.

Kids don’t need an electric toothbrush to achieve good dental hygiene, though a smaller brush head and built-in timer may help them brush better.

Summer-camp packing lists can be long—and sometimes intimidating. Here’s how to choose fun but practical gear that’ll last for many seasons to come.

The Camp Snap camera is cheap, rugged, and fun to use—especially for younger photographers. But a few significant flaws kept us from completely falling in love.

Sand can be a pain to remove from your skin after a beach day. We tested solutions that help make it easier and less annoying.

A great outdoor pack should be comfortable to carry, durable, and designed to offer easy access to hydration. Here are five backpacks we think kids will love.

Open-ended toys that inspire role-playing and beginner board games that encourage cooperation make great gifts for 3-year-olds.

There are few—if any—differences between regular sunscreens and those marketed for babies or kids. Here’s what you need to know.

Teachers appreciate any heartfelt gesture from students, but you can also give them something thoughtful for their classroom—or themselves.

Is the viral sunscreen applicator the key to kid-friendly SPF application?

Choosing the best smartwatch for a child can be difficult. We’ve tested over a dozen smartwatches to find the best one for different ages.

Learn an alien language. Identify local wildlife. Take care of a digital pet—and yourself. These apps can be fun and helpful additions to your kid’s phone.

From compact car seats and cribs to portable blackout shades and white noise machines, the right tools for travel can lead to less fuss—and more fun.

The best tablet for your kid is the old one you aren’t using anymore. If you’re buying new, Apple’s 9th-generation iPad has the best app selection.

​​Whether you’re headed to the beach or hauling groceries, we’ve found the folding wagons to best help you lug your gear.

A device that keeps tabs on a kid’s location from afar can be a reassuring tool as they start to navigate the world on their own.

Grooming a squirmy baby can be a chore. These tools have helped Wirecutter parents keep their infants brushed, trimmed, bathed, diapered, and happy.