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Quote of the Week
"It is a waste of energy when we try to conform to a pattern. To conserve energy, we must be aware of how we dissipate energy." J Krishnamurti
Smartphone Free Childhood
Smartphones have fundamentally reshaped childhood! Many people around the world are concerned about the negative impact of smartphones on children but often people are not sure what can be done.
What began as a conversation between two moms has now exploded into a nationwide campaign that’s captured headlines, inspired school reforms and signed up tens of thousands of families for a 'Smartphone Free Childhood'. Their mission is to bring people together to stand up for healthier, happier childhoods.
What's important to note is that it isn’t about banning tech or turning back time – it’s about giving children more of what really matters: time, connection, and freedom to be kids. The movement helps families delay smartphones and social media together – building community, sharing support, and changing the conversation. Step by step. Brick (phone) by brick (phone).
Read more, visit their website and watch this short video which highlights the five super powers of smartphone free kids.
Reading Corner
Book Title: Together
Author: Emma Dodd
Reading age: 5+ years
This sweet tale follows a parent-child otter pair reflecting on the wonderful day they spent together. The little sea otter loves spending time with his parent — learning new things, playing together, or even just holding each other. In fact, every day this little sea otter spends with his parent is special, just because they are together.
Recommended by Kindful Kids Editors
Be The Change
If you are using a smartphone, check the stats to see the average time you've spent on the phone per day this month and reflect on it. For the next one week, do your best to spend as much time as possible with family / friends / children ... without having a smartphone near you. Deepen the human connection and the joy of togetherness.
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