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Learning to Read
Stop Inappropriate Content for Kids
Season 2025
Episode 3
When a kid stumbles on a scary video, his dad steps in to calm him and activate kid mode. But the real surprise is the goofy "clown dad" who teaches parents the RANT method: Restrict content, Always use parental controls, No unsupervised screen time, and Talk with kids. A lighthearted yet informative reminder to keep your child's online experience safe and enjoyable.
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