Smart Parenting in a Digital World
Why Smart Parenting Matters in a Digital World
In today’s digital world, you can let tech happen to your child or explore it together. Without guidance, kids may:
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Struggle to understand how tech works
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Miss out on building confidence
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Stay passive instead of becoming creators
Smart parenting means learning tech side by side, making it a shared, curious adventure.
A Smart Parenting Approach to Tech Learning
Technology doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. With Zerus & Ona, we turn screen time into story time giving you simple, engaging ways to introduce your child to how tech works, without needing to be an expert yourself.
Learn & Grow Together
Explore how technology works through stories and activities designed for curious kids and supportive parents.
Build Real-World Confidence
Our playful approach helps kids feel capable and creative in a world shaped by technology.
No Tech Experience Needed
Everything is designed for parents too with no technical background required.
Offline & Hands-On
Our books bring tech to life without relying on screens. Perfect for everyday connection and learning.
Built by a Mom, Coder & Educator
Created by Miriam Tocino, mother, software developer, and tech educator, Zerus & Ona was born from a simple idea:
Tech learning should be a shared journey.
Not a solo challenge.
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Miriam helps parents guide their kids through tech with confidence and no experience needed. Her books spark curiosity, connection, and playful learning for the whole family.
Featured In & Heard On
Miriam and the Zerus & Ona journey have been featured in leading publications and podcasts exploring parenting, tech, and education.
What Our Readers Say
"Zerus & Ona awakens kids' curiosity—especially girls'—for the world of tech and its more creative side. A fun, engaging way to close the gender gap in STEAM."
Rav Bumbra, Year Tech Woman 2023 and 2024
“A rare delight. Zerus & Ona offers children a warm, welcoming intro to the digital world—one that adults enjoy reading alongside them, too.”
John Gonzalez, writer of Horizon: Zero Dawn
“Zerus & Ona encourages kids to be curious about tech. Through storytelling, it lays a strong foundation for robotics, coding, and creative thinking.”
Deborah Carter, Director NewTechKids
