Behaviour
Dealing with bullying: parents questions answered
I get many questions from parents of kids who are being bullied and also some from those suspecting that their child is engaging in bullying
July 2, 2015 5 Comments
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Bullying: sorting the facts from the myths
Bullying is nothing new. Our hyper connected world has, however, ensured greater awareness of the nature and consequences of bullying and much needed discussion has
June 23, 2015 2 Comments
Behaviour
Bullying, rude, mean or just a lot of drama? Why we should differentiate
One of the most frustrating things about the attention bullying gets today is the unfortunate overuse of the word. I will say from the get
June 16, 2015 4 Comments
Bullying
Cyberbullying: what does it look like ?
The bullying that takes place online or via any technological device is known as cyberbullying. The more we are consumed by the technology, the more
June 10, 2015 1 Comment
Behaviour
Our kids know so much about technology, how can parents keep up?
“My kid knows so much about technology. I could never keep up” I hear this statement a lot from parents. Usually it is followed by
June 2, 2015 1 Comment
Apps
Periscope, Meercat: how safe are live video streaming apps for kids?
Filming ourselves and uploading, creating short movies and recording interviews, speeches and conversations for all to view has been going on for a while now.
May 26, 2015 1 Comment
Bullying
Videos to help teach our kids to be safe and smart online
Having open honest discussions with your kids is one of the best ways to help keep them safe and responsible online and to help them
May 19, 2015 6 Comments
Critical Thinking
Mind your manners on social networks
Do we still need to be talking about minding our manners on social networks? It appears so. I am a member of quite a few
May 12, 2015 6 Comments
Contracts / Tips
Chat speak, tech talk and emoji’s
Chat speak, tech speak, short cuts wreaking havoc on the english language? Or perhaps another link back to the caveman? Recently, diet gurus have urged
May 5, 2015 6 Comments
Apps & Reviews
Parenting in a Digital World: Stop fighting, start connecting: The E-book!
I want to help my child make good decisions online but I’m not sure how? When I ask my child to stop playing a game
April 30, 2015 4 Comments
Critical Thinking
5 Things to avoid doing online
Things to avoid doing online? Surely we have a good grip on this stuff by now. Haven’t we all heard the mantras. ‘What goes online
April 29, 2015 7 Comments
Behaviour
“You’re not listening to me!” …try active listening instead
I was having a ‘conversation’ with my 13 year old that was slowly quickly escalating into an argument. He raised his voice so I could ‘hear’
April 21, 2015 7 Comments
BYOD
30 ways your kids may be using technology in the classroom
SchoolPlaces.com.au helps take the pressure of families looking for a private school vacancy for their child. Search real-time vacancies and claim a last-minute place at
April 13, 2015 1 Comment
Contracts / Tips
Weighing up screentime: why parents need to take a closer look
The challenge of managing screentime is one of the greatest issues concerning parents today. How much is too much? How long should each age group
April 7, 2015 No Comments
Digital Trends
Video Game Definitions For Parents
Video game playing is certainly one of the most prolific and ever changing recreational activities of our youth today. As parents, this is another area
March 23, 2015 5 Comments
Anxiety
Parenting through the social and emotional changes of our kids
I have a couple of teens in my house right now. I have counselled lots of teens before. I have read a lot of research
March 16, 2015 5 Comments
Online Behaviour
5 ways to use technology to connect with your kids
We hear a lot about technology as the bad guy. As parents we love using it. But we also lament the additional strain it puts
March 9, 2015 3 Comments
Digital Trends
Should we be spying, monitoring and following our kids online?
Should I be spying on my kids online? How can I keep watch over everything my kids are doing? How can I be sure they
March 2, 2015 17 Comments
Apps & Reviews
A digital Licence for Safe, Smart Kids
The Alannah and Madeline Foundation recently launched their new initiative to help Australian primary school kids become safe, smart, responsible digital citizens, with the introduction of
February 23, 2015 6 Comments
Understanding their world
Connecting with kids to face the challenges of the modern world
Connecting with our kids, even when we think they don’t want us too, is one of the greatest ways we as parents can help our
February 9, 2015 22 Comments
