Are you a parent concerned about the effects of screens on your child?Are you a professional wanting to upskill yourself on the evidence of screen over-exposure on Children's development?
Screen Over-exposure: Helping Children Thrive in a Digital Age
In today's digital world, children are often exposed to screens at an unprecedented rate. There is now evidence that there are links between screen over-exposure and ‘autistic-like symptoms’.
There is evidence that these behaviours can be alleviated through screen removal. I understand the importance of fostering a healthy relationship with technology and work with families to get the balance right. If you're concerned about the effects of screen overexposure on your child's development, I can help. With over 40 years of experience working with young children, I offer a range of practical solutions.
I deliver keynotes, train professionals and parents/carers across the world, on Children in the Digital Age as well as one-to-one child and family consultations. I suggest ideas to assist in reducing screen time and promote alternative activities that nurture creativity, social skills, and overall well-being.
The Impact of the Digital Age on the Under 5s
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Helping professionals, parents and carers raising and educating young children in the digital age
Foundations of a Joyful Life
What children need to thrive and be joyful is the assurance that they matter and are loved. Nurturing their self-belief and resilience is key, as is engaging them in fun and loving conversations to foster communication skills.
Using my professional and personal experience, I offer valuable insights into creating personal joy and fostering parental connections amidst life's busyness.
READIT2
A one-to-one reading programme training adults to inspire children to love to read and learn, enabling all pre-schoolers to enter school as reading equals.
If you are concerned that early screen exposure is impairing some children’s development, the Readit2 YouTube channel shares some impacts of excessive screen use and ways of getting young children to love books and reading.
Interested in participating in the Readit2 programme?
Stories with Sarah
The YouTube channel, Stories with Sarah, is dedicated to inspiring professionals and families to enjoy being present with children. Clips include a collection of stories read dialogically, ideas to inspire early bonding and moments of peace in nature for busy people.
Discovery Packs
Get your upcycled, recycled and hand-made discovery packs made for ‘little hands and big minds’ here. Discover approaches to teaching and learning based on first-hand experiences, nurturing children to play, think and learn with curiosity.
Interested in purchasing some Discovery Packs? Prices from £10 a pack!
Other Offerings
I offer keynotes, training, workshops, consultancy and one-to-one family consultations online and face-to-face, on removing/managing screen use from children, alongside wellbeing sessions and events in the beautiful Hertfordshire countryside for adults, and workshops in schools/settings, and at festivals.
We All Need to Know We Matter
At the heart of our existence are relationships - with ourselves, our children, and everyone around us.
The single most important time in human development is from conception to the age of 7. It is now known that our experiences during this time shape who we become and lay the foundations for our entire lives. These experiences are often the root causes of some of today’s most complex social challenges.
Programmes for You
My rich and varied expertise has enabled me to create an array of programmes catered to different needs:
Embracing Creativity and Imagination
Creativity is the antidote to stress.
Laughter stimulates the release of the happy hormone (oxytocin) in our bodies, promoting positivity and well-being. So, if you are:
I’m here to help.
Advocating for Children’s Well-being
As a passionate advocate for children's well-being and with a career spanning 40 years in education and professional development, I am dedicated to helping you find solutions to life's challenges.
There is an illusion that screen exposure and tech games are educational. One that has usurped the natural curiosity a child has for the real world. Research has shown that children aged 2-5 years who have more than 4 hours per day on devices are 98% more likely to have serious relationship and communication problems.
Discover how to rekindle your joy of life for yourself and your children.