Screen Smart Children: A Guide to Helping Kids Thrive in a World That Never Switches Off (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781761639715)

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.

Author: Mark A. Williams,Gavin McCormack
ISBN-10: 1761639714
ISBN-13: 9781761639715
Publisher: Simon & Schuster (Australia)
Language: English
Published: 11/10/2026
Pages: 256
Format: Paperback