Book: "Sam and Sue Learn About Cybersafety"

I was delighted to get my hands on a copy of “Sam and Sue Learn About Cybersafety” this week. This beautifully illustrated book address one of the central themes in my workshops with students and parents -that is parental involvement. It provides parents/guardians/teachers with tips at the beginning of the book, outlining the 4 main rules of cybersafety. Thanks to Educational Psychologist Ann Linehan, who was commissioned by Health and Safety Publications Ltd to write this book, these rules are brought to life in a way children will not only understand but also relate to based on their online experiences. I particularly like the discussion section at the end of the book, which encourages the conversation about cybersafety to continue. Looking forward to more Sam and Sue adventures in the Children’s Safety Series.

For more information and to get your hands on a copy of “Sam and Sue Learn about Cybersafety” see https://samandsue.com/

Parents' Ultimate Guide to Smart Devices by Common Sense Media

Smart devices are increasingly becoming common place in our homes. In recent workshops with children at National School Level I have been asked questions such as “is it okay to talk to “Alexa” even though I don’t really know who she is?” “Is Alexa always right?”

The following guide from Common Sense Media is a great read for parents who have, or are considering introducing, smart technology in the home. Conversation is key, and this may help to start one.