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Awesome Gifts For Tween Boys

Boys who fall into this age bracket of 8-12 years old are usually a bit complicated. They are in an in-between age where they don’t consider themselves kids anymore, but they still like to play. Getting a gift for this age-group, and especially boys can prove to be a daunting task. These are our top 6 gift ideas for them, which may give you a head-start.

  1. Nintendo Switch

This is a great gift idea. A Nintendo Switch can be used both at home and as a handheld game. It is literally a game on the go, which is fantastic for tweens. At home, it can stand on its own perfectly on its built-in stand and the controls are detachable for playing on the go. It supports popular video games like Zelda, Super Mario, and many others.

  1. Lego Dinosaurs Kit

Lego is loved by boys of all ages. This gift is a great idea for a tween boy as it comes in a 174-piece set where you can build three different types of dinosaurs. Each of these dinosaurs has a different build and anatomy, giving the boys a wonderful opportunity to get those creative juices flowing. It is also a great gift to build their problem-solving skills and technique.

  1. Tipover Logic Game

This game is a fun gift idea as it aids to introduce the player to the laws of cause and effect, as well as spatial relationships. It is a board game whose path is charted by tipping over three different colored crates; green, yellow and blue using a Tipper. However, the catch is to get there without jumping over the crates or touching the game board with the Tipper.

  1. Bean Bag Buckets

This is a fun outdoor or indoor game which is challenging, yet easy to learn. The game pack consists of a game tower with 16 bean bags, 7 buckets, and a carry bag. The game is a 2 or more player. It works by having different players toss the bean bags into the buckets; the more bean bags you toss into your bucket without missing the higher your score. It is easy to dismantle and pack away.

  1. Drones

Drones are very popular and come in a variety of different sizes and difficulty levels. You can set up the camera to record video and take pictures from high above. Flying a drone is an acquired skill so patience is learned in the process as well as the flying skills themselves.

  1. Comics

All boys love to read comics. This is a sure win with any tween boy. Look for age-specific comics that have a continuing storyline to keep them interested. You could get them a subscription to an online comic line too.

Conclusion

These are just a few ideas out of the hundreds out there to gift tween boys. You cannot go wrong with one of these.

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Best Waterproof Cameras

Gone are the days when a camera’s quality was determined by the lens quality or number of megapixels alone. With the onset of social media and the need to keep up with trends, cameras are now being manufactured with a newer, more competitive feature; being waterproof. Waterproof cameras have taken the limits off sharing on social media and having fun. So if you are an avid water sports fan, or are looking for a fun weekend in the surf and sand, these are our four top picks for the best waterproof cameras you might want to try.

  1. Olympus Tough TG-5

Most social bloggers seem to agree that this is a contender for the top spot in underwater cameras. It has an ergonomic design that is chunky with well-designed controls that are great for any weather. It is waterproof up to a depth of 15 m or 50 feet. It is also shockproof from heights of 2.1m or 7 feet, while it is freeze-proof till lows of -10 degrees C or 14 degrees Fahrenheit. While the manufacturer oddly decided to drop the pixel count, the resolution drops a bit to 4k for video, but this delivers better noise performance. The camera is made up of a temperature sensor, GPS sensor, pressure, and compass. The data that is gathered on the camera can be displayed using the Olympus Image Track app as videos or images.

  1. Nikon Coolpix W300

This camera works well up to depths of 30m or 100 feet, which is the maximum depth that an Advanced Water Diving certificate will allow you. It is also shock-proof from a maximum height of 2.4m or 8 feet, and freezeproof down to the lows of -10 degrees Celsius or 14 degrees Fahrenheit. It comes fully-loaded with a GPS system, Wi-Fi connectivity, 4K video and a world map that is interactive. It also has an underwater depth gauge plus an altimeter. This camera also offers high resolution and a 921k Dot OLED monitor.

  1. GoPro HERO6 Black

This compact camera has great resolution with 12MP and is waterproof up to a depth of 10 m or 33 feet without housing. Being a relatively new entrant in this market, it has not been rated as shock-proof or freeze-proof yet. The GoPro HERO6 makes use of the GoPro QuikStories Feature to cut and share short clips quickly together.

  1. Rico WG-50

This underwater camera is a compact and nifty buy. It has features that include full HD video resolution and 16 MP camera resolution. It is also crush-proof up to a hefty 220 lbs, and can withstand water depths of up to 14 m or 45 feet. It remains freeze-proof down to the lows of -10 degrees Celsius or 14 degrees Fahrenheit.

Conclusion

These 4 underwater cameras are our top picks. There are many other nifty and compact cameras in the market that match up to these. But with these, you are covered on your surf and sand adventures this summer.

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Video Game Addiction

Is there that one level of development that is getting in your child’s way of life? Many parents struggle with the addiction of their children to video games. While video games were considered a significant aspect of personal development as well as an activity for passing time, they have become completely addictive. So, how do you establish the line between video games as fun or as a problem?

Usually, video games were an activity that children undertook in dingy basements, or in bombastic arcades and family vacation car. Parents nowadays cannot escape their far-reaching grasps –they are available online, in tablets, phones, and computers. While smartphones have made it convenient to access video games, they are also to blame for opening a platform where video games come with the bad.

Video games are addictive

Children no longer want to go outside to play. Video games are gradually cutting off their social lives. The majority of them prefer staying indoors to play the games as opposed to playing outside. If you are noticing a trend where your children are into playing video games more than doing their chores or reading, it is highly likely that you are witnessing a sobering possibility of video game addiction.

How to get the kids outside

There is no denying that kids nowadays want to spend every second playing video games. While video games may not be necessarily having a negative impact on your child, a new study on the impacts of video games on children’s behavior revealed that with moderation, video games are actually good.

How then do you get the kids away from their video games?

  • Have occasional outside play dates

Children are fond of places where they get to engage in their favorite activities. An outdoor play date could just fit the part. Make sure that your kids get to meet their friends, perhaps in a lake, creek, or even a park. South Florida Bounce has all that you need for such a play date –bounce house, tents, chairs, and other services.

  • Provide other play items

Tablets, phones, and computers are not the only child’s play gadget you can get. If you wish to get your children outside to play, ensure that you have other items of play with such as buckets, sidewalk chalk, and balls. Such toys will give them a motivation to play outside.

  • Limit their video game involvement

Kids can play video games the whole day. As such, it is important for parents to have a schedule for their kids’ amount of time on screens. Ensure that they spend less time on the games and encourage them to engage in other activities.

  • Increase the child’s level of independence while outside

It always gets fun for the kids when they exercise their independence while outdoors. In most of the cases, children would wish to play more outside the house if they notice that they can achieve the independence they want. However, make sure that you keep them under watch.

Video game addiction is a real problem and it is the role of the parents to ensure that the kids get involved outside the house. Providing alternatives to playing video games is a significant way to succeed in getting kids to play outside.

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Sunscreen Do’s And Dont’s

It is that time of the year again –the dog days of summer– and everyone is planning on going for a summer vacation in the parks and beaches to enjoy soaking up in the rays of the sun. But then, have you thought about developing an aging skin, or skin cancer? To reduce the possibility of developing any of these, it is always recommendable to apply sunscreen appropriately. This sounds like a theory to most people, and probably there is a lack of understanding of how to apply sunscreen judging from the increase in the incidences of skin cancer reported nowadays.

So what are the DOs as you plan to lather up in sunscreen this summer?

  1. Understand the components

Sunscreens have different components. Your ideal sunscreen should have components with the power to block UVA, and have the ability of remain on your body’s surface as opposed to getting absorbed. Components such as Mexoryl SX, avenobenzone, titanium dioxide and zinc are great UVA blockers.

  1. Apply sunscreen earlier before going in the sun

Usually, it is recommendable to apply sunscreen about 30 minutes before going outside. Such a time gives the sunscreen enough time length to protect you from the UV rays. Some mineral sunscreens such as those containing zinc oxide start protecting your body against UV rays shortly after applying them.

  1. Apply enough sunscreen

Irrespective of the type of sunscreen one is using, it cannot work effectively if applied sparingly. Your body alone will need about two ounces of fluid. However, it should be noted that over time the functionality of the sunscreen decreases hence, requires reapplication after about 2 hours of being in the sun.

And what should you avoid?

  1. Avoid sunscreen sprays

These sprays are convenient. However, the challenge is that it is easy to apply too little or miss a few areas. In addition, it is easy to inhale the sprays. This should not happen given that some have toxic substances.

  1. Avoid using your makeup as sunscreen

Theoretically, makeup is considered ideal for preventing UV rays. However, most people fail to wear makeup that is considered enough or even fail to reapply as often to enhance the efficiency of the SPF. It is recommended to wear sunscreen on top of your makeup for better results.

  1. Avoid sunscreens with higher SPF

It is easy to be fooled by a high percentage of SPF in the sunscreens. A report by FDA has indicated that such products are not suitable in offering the required protection against UV rays. Moreover, they make one overconfident leading to the failure to reapply. It is recommendable to use products that have SPF of between 15 and 30+.

Evidently, there is a lot to know before applying sunscreen. The choice of the ideal product is an important aspect that should be on the top of your to-do list. As you do it, choose a product with components that will guarantee you much protection. As you plan your summer holiday, perhaps you could consider hiring the services of South Florida Bounce for a variety of products such as tents, waterslides, bounce houses, etc.

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