Empowering Families Through Creative Learning

Beyond the Screen Families is dedicated to empowering families to raise well-rounded children by providing creative, educational, and engaging alternatives to screen time. Our vision is to be the leading resource for families seeking to cultivate healthier digital habits. We offer subscription services based on age, providing weekly ideas and other content for toddlers, preschoolers, early elementary, middle childhood, tweens, and teens.

Meet Our Founder

Dr. Samantha Hayes, the founder of Beyond the Screen Families, brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the mission of empowering families to create enriching lives. With over 20 years of experience as an educator, Dr. Hayes has worn many hats in the field of education—from teacher to administrator to a leader in higher education overseeing teacher education programs. Her journey in education has always been driven by a deep commitment to fostering learning, creativity, and meaningful connections.

As a mom, Samantha understands firsthand the challenges and opportunities of raising children in today’s digital world. This unique blend of professional expertise and personal experience inspired the creation of Beyond the Screen Families, a space where families can discover practical, age-appropriate resources to balance screen time, spark imagination, and build stronger connections.

At Beyond the Screen Families, Dr. Hayes and her dedicated team are passionate about helping families navigate the digital landscape while promoting creativity and learning. Each monthly subscription is thoughtfully designed to provide activities, tips, and tools that encourage meaningful interactions and foster lasting memories. Whether through an interactive community, weekly age-appropriate ideas, engaging newsletters, or exclusive bonus items like webinars and challenges, the goal is always the same: to support families in creating a balanced and joyful life beyond the screen.