Screen Smart Children A guide to helping kids thrive in a world that never switches off

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Format: Paperback
Pub. Date: 2026-11-10
Publisher(s): Simon & Schuster Australia
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Summary

Whether you’re a parent or teacher, this is your guide to raising capable, compassionate and tech-wise kids in a hyperconnected age.

In a world where screens dominate childhood in both classrooms and bedrooms, many parents feel overwhelmed. Are devices stealing attention, empathy and imagination from our children? Or can they be part of a healthy, balanced life?

Internationally acclaimed neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams and award-winning educator Gavin McCormack team up for this book. They draw on decades of cutting-edge brain research and real-world classroom experience to reveal how screen exposure is rewiring young minds.

Packed with relatable stories, practical tools and science-backed strategies, this book offers a roadmap for guiding children toward healthy tech habits, deeper focus and genuine human connection, without banning screens or battling over devices. In it you will:
  •  Understand the impact of technology and screens on children’s development.
  •  Learn how to reduce the risks of overexposure to screens.
  • Gain tools to support mental health and wellbeing across the whole family.

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