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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

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Riot Games Social Impact Fund matching donations for classroom gaming

For the second year, game developer Riot Games is teaming up with DonorsChoose to match donations for schools. The Riot Games Social Impact Fund will match every dollar donated to...Read More

E is for Everyone music video celebrates ESRB’s 30th anniversary

The Entertainment Software Ratings Board (ESRB) is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a fun, folksy, and educational music video inspired by Schoolhouse Rock. True to form, the ESRB music video...Read More

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Classic kid-friendly MMO Wizard101 summoning onto consoles

The decade-and-a-half old MMORPG Wizard101 is finally launching on consoles, though an official release date has not yet been announced. Wizard101 is coming soon to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 (via...Read More

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp

Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp ending online service

After seven years Nintendo is ending online service for mobile game Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp this November. The game itself isn’t going away, but will transition from a live service,...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