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Tip of the Month: Why not use the Summer for a Digital Detox?
Melanie Hempe author of The Screen Strong Solution and founder of Screenstrong.org has produced this blogpost jam packed with practical ideas for a summer digital detox including no-nonsense suggestions such as:
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Unplugging HK Childhoods: In conversation with Co-Founder of SFC HK, Robert Broad
In the spirit of putting faces to the Smartphone Free Childhood HK movement, in this first newsletter we will be interviewing Robert Broad, co-founder of the group that kickstarted SFC HK to find about the man behind the organisation Before we delve into your work in launching this group, can please tell us a bit…
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Ross Parker: Screens that Eat Children
On Thursday, May 30, Ross Parker led a talk for parents inspired by his recent book, “Screens That Eat Children.” This event took place at Carmel School and also featured opening remarks by Carmel Principal Rachel Friedmann. Nearly 100 parents attended. Ross’ talk focused on sharing his experiences as an educator and parent, following his…
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Book review: ‘The Anxious Generation’ by Jonathan Haidt
“The Anxious Generation” (2024) by Jonathan Haidt is a great first read for parents keen to access literature on the impact of smartphone usage on children and young people. About the author: Jonathan Haidt is a social psychologist and Professor of Ethical Leadership at the New York University Stern School of Business. His previous books…