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This is a printable version of the appendix in my book. Print it out and work through the interesting activities when your kids are bored.
This scree time infographic will help you make informed decisions about screen-time, screen content and screen context. Print this out and refer to it regularly.
The STARTER Framework is about giving your kids a great start to life in an always-on culture. This one pager outlines key ideas from this framework, related to my book.
I am developing a tech-healthy parenting video series for those who are interested in signing up for a free course.
An introductory video and sign up link will be emailed to parents on my email list in mid 2024.
This editable Microsoft Word template will help you set up a digital contract for a smartphone. Download the .docx file and make changes to fit your family context. Please acknowledge my work if you pass it on.
This editable Microsoft Word template will help you set up a digital contract for a tablet. Download the .docx file and make changes to fit your family context. Please acknowledge my work if you pass it on.
This editable Microsoft Word template will help you set up a digital contract for a laptop. Download the .docx file and make changes to fit your family context. Please acknowledge my work if you pass it on.
My TEDx talk in 2023 is about “How to make space in a world with too much technology.”
A beautiful TEDx talk by 7-year old, Molly Wright – “How every child can thrive by five.”
This free movie is available on YouTube and can help parents understand the challenges of social media (from an American perspective). The interviews featuring young people are fantastic.
Access the film by CLICKING HERE.
This popular NETFLIX documentary talks about the monetising of social media and how this impacts our children’s lives. This is suitable to watch with older tweens, and teens (especially if they use social media).
Access the film by CLICKING HERE.
Qustodio is a family internet filtering solution that can be purchased as a monthly or annual subscription. You set routines, block or approve sites and check your child’s internet browsing history. It is not as intuitive as Family Zone (which was my go-to app and taken over by Qustodio in 2023) but it does the job.
Canopy is an internet filtering solution that blocks harmful content, deters sexting, and is purchased with a monthly subscription. It is accredited under the Family Friendly Filter program in Australia. I have not used Canopy personally but it receives positive reviews.
Norton is a well-known anti-virus and malware protection company. This family-oriented package is designed to help you monitor and shape your family’s online habits. It is an annual subscription, and accredited under the Family Friendly Filter program in Australia.
I have not used Norton Family personally but it receives positive reviews.
The Family Friendly Filters program is supported by the Office of the eSafety Commissioner (Australia) and provides recommendations for several internet filters based on extensive testing.
Jon Haidt is a leading author in the tech-parenting space. His substack is excellent, citing the best research around children, social media, and mental health.
SIGN UP BY CLICKING HERE
The Surgeon General is calling for action by policy makers, tech companies, researchers, families, and youth to gain a clearer understanding of the impact on social media use on adolescent mental health. The insights from this document align with approaches in my book.
The Anxious Generation by Jon Haidt discusses the great rewiring of childhood through digital technology. Well researched and informative.
Award-winning parenting author, SUSY LEE, has created 3 tech-conversation guides for readers of my book. Watch or listen to a short interview with Susy to learn how these guides work.
CLICK HERE TO WATCH INTERVIEW
CLICK HERE TO HEAR INTERVIEW
SUSTAINABLE SOCIALS PDF will help you talk about social media with your kids.
THAT AWKWARD PORN TALK PDF will help you discuss tech and pornography.
TECH AND MENTAL HEALTH PDF will help you discuss the challenges associated with tech overuse and mental health.
Dr Rupa Wong is a globally recognised ophthalmologist from Hawaii, and we speak in depth about the connection between devices and myopia (near-sightedness). Essential listening for parents!
CLICK HERE TO HEAR INTERVIEW
CLICK HERE FOR DR WONG’S WEBSITE
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