Most of us feel that we’ve lost control over our lives right now. City and school re-openings are unknown, and for many life seems to be turned upside down with no clear end in sight. Even with all the chaos and uncertainty going on, there is one thing we can control which is our efforts […]
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Many parents post stories, pictures, and videos of their kids on their social media – outfit of the day, first day of school, birthdays, the park, etc. Parenting can be hard, and these platforms have many benefits for busy moms and dads who are looking to get advice from others, being able to share memories
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Gone are the days of kids sitting too close to the television screen watching their favorite Saturday morning cartoons. Mobile devices like smartphones and tablets are now the entertainment of choice for children worldwide, providing hours of distraction with online games and videos. Online video consumption now constitutes the largest portion of a child’s total
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Most of us have probably heard of the word ‘copycat’ for the first time at school or on the playground. This youthful term has been linked to the growing problem of ‘suicide’, causing many to reconsider whether copycat suicides are a myth or reality. Copycat suicide, also known as the Werther effect, is defined as
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As we bid farewell to 2021 and get ready to ring in the new year with our loved ones, many of us make pledges to eat healthier, work out more, or learn a new skill. As we welcome January, the month for new beginnings, it’s important to include children’s wellbeing in our resolutions as they
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The internet can be an incredible resource for children, providing them access to an abundance of information. But in this era of technology, social media platforms make it easy for children to connect with others, including predators who are using the internet to target young kids. In the past, it was common for child predators to stalk
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Children are online at a younger age than ever, and for longer — according to Tech Advisor, children’s mobile phone usage has nearly doubled since the pandemic began. While we have data protection laws in place to protect children’s privacy online, it’s important that we teach ourselves and the children in our care how to use the internet safely, and the 4C’s can help you protect child data.
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The holiday season is just around the corner – a whirlwind of decorating homes, exchanging gifts, hosting gatherings and holiday shopping may seem like it really is the most wonderful time of the year, but for some, the reality of it is much different. Although this season is supposed to be a joyous and cheerful one, it can harbour a lot
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Looking back on your childhood, you’ll probably reminisce on many fond and special memories that have molded you into the person you are today. Unfortunately, there are many children who have been robbed of this experience and face real challenges that are much too complicated for their age. Every year on November 20th, World Children’s Day is celebrated to
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As students become more connected than ever to their devices, parents and educators have become increasingly concerned about the rise of inappropriate online behavior such as cyberbullying and the effects it has on the students in their care. More than a third of young people in 30 countries report being a victim of online bullying. One way
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How do we protect children from online harassment, stalking, sexual grooming, and sextortion? It can feel overwhelming to have to safeguard children from the many harms we’ve heard exist online, especially when they are spending more time than ever in front of their devices. It has never been more important to become familiar with the tools
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The digital landscape is constantly evolving, so while the internet provides students with wonderful opportunities to learn and grow, it can also expose them to new dangers that we may not be fully aware of. It’s become more important than ever to become familiar and reevaluate the tools we have to protect students from harm on the internet, such as the 4C’s of online safety. This is the first
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