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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Tuning out holiday mayhem

Our wish for you this December is a little bit of quiet from the noise and chaos of this time of the year. Why not use tech to help you get a reprieve? Find an idea that resonates below!

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Choosing gifts that encourage play!

Our curated ScreenSense Gift Lists are full of products that encourage kids, tweens and even teens to create, explore and move. You’ll find long-time favorites from our own families plus new items that are quickly becoming family delights.

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Creating a distraction-free homework routine

A lot of school work these days is completed online which means digital distractions (e.g., YouTube, group chats, video games, social media, online shopping) can chip away at our kids' ability to work efficiently and effectively.

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Alex Ewers Alex Ewers

We are at a tipping point.

When we started giving children smartphones loaded with apps and social media, we didn’t realize the negative toll it would have on their health and wellbeing.

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Getting a smarter alarm clock

Most kids and teens need more sleep. Get devices out of the bedroom by replacing them with an "old fashioned" alarm clock.

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Teaching kids how to text

Without skill, texting can be misused or misunderstood. Set your child up for success by offering proactive guidance!

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Getting kids outside

Childhood used to be spent primarily outdoors, yet we’ve migrated indoors in the digital age. Let’s send our kids back outside!

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Google never forgets

Kids/teens should know they are creating a digital reputation; they are leaving a digital footprint with their online activities.

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Rebekah Cunningham Rebekah Cunningham

Cultivating our presence

Let's cultivate positive tech habits and model how to be present. Our kids are watching us.

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