How can parents talk to kids about digital footprints so they actually listen? How can caregivers explore online reputations in a way that connects with teens? This post explores these questions and more. Many parents are concerned that their child or teen might post something they later regret or that will negatively impact their future.ContinueContinue reading “How to Talk to Kids About Digital Footprints”
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3 Words Tech-Savvy Kids Understand
Kids become more informed tech consumers when they understand the tech business model. This article, inspired by The Phone Book – Stay Safe, Be Smart, and Make the World Better with the Powerful Device in Your Hand, shares 3 words tech-savvy kids understand. Over the past decade, anxiety surpassed depression as the most common reasonContinueContinue reading “3 Words Tech-Savvy Kids Understand”
5 Family Conversations that Support Kids Healthy Screen Habits
This post shares five family conversations about technology and devices that help kids build healthy screen habits. Helping kids develop safe and healthy screen habits is a cornerstone of parenting today. Conversations about digital footprints, stranger danger, screen addiction, and more are common in families as parents try to keep their kids safe. While researchingContinueContinue reading “5 Family Conversations that Support Kids Healthy Screen Habits”
Helping Kids Understand Mindful and Mindless Screen Time
This post defines mindful and mindless screen time, and offers ways to help kids become more aware of their own screen behaviors. My teen daughter takes a break from TikTok over the summer. This is no easy task, given that staying up-to-date on trends means staying current on what is happening on social media forContinueContinue reading “Helping Kids Understand Mindful and Mindless Screen Time”
Middle School Stuff #7: Social Media
This series of posts explores the tricky side of middle school. Here’s post #7 – Social Media. If you missed earlier posts, here are links: #1 – Judgment, #2 – Friendship Changes, #3 – Popularity, #4 – Crushes & Dating, #5 – Cliques & Groups, and #6 – Gossip. While researching Middle School – Safety GogglesContinueContinue reading “Middle School Stuff #7: Social Media”
Helpful Tips for Family Tech Agreements
Thinking about creating a family tech agreement and looking for tips? A family tech agreement is a set of rules about how devices like smartphones, tablets, computers, TVs, and gaming consoles are used in your home. Besides establishing boundaries for screens, these agreements encourage families to come together and discuss healthy technology use. A familyContinueContinue reading “Helpful Tips for Family Tech Agreements”
5 Surprising Statistics About Kids and Screens
The technology train has left the station and reshaped childhood in the process. The following statistics illustrate the influence of screens and tech on kids’ daily lives. It’s important to note that not all of the statistics are negative. Depending on its use, technology has positive, neutral, and negative effects on kids’ and families’ lives. ContinueContinue reading “5 Surprising Statistics About Kids and Screens”
5 Ways to Foster Healthy Digital Habits in Kids
Let’s face it, tech companies do not have the best interests of our kids and teens in mind. On top of that, laws to protect kids online cannot get through congress. This leaves it to parents and caregivers to help kids learn to stay safe and build healthy digital habits. So, where do families start?ContinueContinue reading “5 Ways to Foster Healthy Digital Habits in Kids”
Yes, Sexting Happens in Middle School
Sexting is defined as the action of sending sexually explicit photos, videos or messages via mobile phone or the internet. Middle school counselors and teachers are concerned about the behavior as it is becoming increasingly common.
Six Tips to Create Family Routines and Calm in Uncertain Times
Daily routines and structure help kids feel calm and safe. But when schools are closed, your job is in flux and fear is widespread, how can parents create structure at home? In these uncertain times, maintaining routines, family connection and calm is more important than ever…