At Leading Hands, our team of writers is continually working to keep you updated on the latest trends. This way when you sit down with your child, you'll understand their world a little better. We hope you enjoy these articles.
Entertainment
Movie Talk: Best Movies of 2005 by John C. Pearson
This is the time of year when movies critics put out their top 10 movies of 2005 list. So, I thought I would follow suite and do the same.
Serenity: An exercise in modern marketing by Stephen J. Herron
Out of the ashes of Joss Whedon's cancelled Firefly TV show and a dedicated fan base came this major motion picture. Find out how the Internet is shaping this future trend.
Top 5 Movies You Have Probably Never Seen by Scott Billy
Whether you are looking for action, comedy, drama, or a good story this movie list has something for everyone.
Wrestlemania 22 by Scott Billy
Wrestling is by no means a thinking-mans event of choice, but it is a fun show none-the-less. Your kids like it, but what's it all about?
The Itsy, Bitsy Spider by Todd Bertsch
You'll discover that posting your personal pictures on the web, isn't that personal. Eventually the "Itsy, Bitsy Spider", the Google search engine, is going to find your pictures.
Open Source Free Programs by Marc Majers
The open source revolution is here. Here is a list of free programs to download for your PC.
The Domain Game by Marc Majercak
You know .com, .net, .gov, .edu and .org, but have you heard of .xxx! Believe it or not, there are a bunch of domain extensions you may have never heard of in your life.
IM Translator by Lucas Longely
Ever wonder what someone is saying on Instant Messenger (IM)? This tool translates English to IM language.
Long Live Net Neutrality by Marc Majers
You pay to access the Internet, but what if you had to then pay access to your favorite sites? Just like your cable company has limited channels, your ISP one day may have limited websites.
Ready, Set, Blog by Marc Majercak
A Blog is a powerful medium because it can share timely information, function as an instant feedback mechanism, spread a buzz, gain higher search rankings, and ultimately create dialogue.
Understanding IM Lingo by Marc Majercak
Instant Messenger (IM) has dramatically transformed our lives because it's such a powerful communication tool. Learn this new language.
Mobile
Smileys: A Crash Course on Emoticons by Marc Majercak
An emoticon, also called a smiley, is a sequence of printable characters commonly used in email messages to represent a human facial expression and convey an emotion.
Music
Listening Guide For Parents by Scott Billy
Understanding what your kids are listening to is a challenege. This article helps you choose what is best for your children to listen to.
Podcasting: Turning Your Ears In A New Direction by Marc Majercak
Podcasting has changed the way we think of radio because these digital files are portable; subscription-based, play-on-demand, and creates a new voice for radio amateurs.
