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Meredith Bland

Mamacon speaker and Pixelkin contributor Meredith Bland

Pixelkin is a resource for parents and families. We decipher the world of gaming so that you can go forth and engage in healthy, happy, and enriching experiences with your loved ones.

We believe that video games have something good to offer to everyone; the key is to find the right games for your kids and find a healthy balance.

Below you’ll find some of our articles and videos for gaming novices. We have thousands of pages of content to explore. Curious about a specific topic? Type it into the search bar above.

Recent Articles

Code Ninjas becomes first and only kids STEM program to earn International Society of Technology in Education (ISTE) Seal

Code Ninjas, the kid-centric coding franchise, has earned the International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Seal, making the organization the first, and currently only, kids STEM program recipient. Code...Read More

Collect Sonic the Hedgehog 35th anniversary trading cards from Wendy’s Kid’s Meals

The Wendy’s Company has partnered with Sega to bring Sonic the Hedgehog trading cards, and collectible card cases, to Wendy’s Kid’s Meals. From now until September 14 (or while supplies...Read More

Raising Good Gamers publishes white paper on families and gaming: “It’s time for parents to get curious and opt in, and our kids say they want that too.”

Raising Good Gamers has published an academic white paper aimed at families to help navigate video gaming at home. The white paper is titled, Raising Good Gamers: What Families Need...Read More

Funbox is a desktop 3D printer designed for kids

Creative and educational designer Ugee has launched Funbox, a desktop 3D printer for kids (and families) ages 4-12. The 3D printer features child-friendly controls, a kid-tailored OS powered by AI,...Read More

A Quick Tour of a Video Game Box

5 Lies You’ve Been Told About Video Games

Comparing Three Great Workout Games

Game Lovers Tell Their Favorite Gaming Memory