How To Talk To Kids About Anything How to Talk to Kids about Tech Milestones & Digital Readiness with Devorah Heitner – Rerelease
Aug 20, 2025
Devorah Heitner, author of "Screenwise" and founder of Raising Digital Natives, is passionate about guiding kids in the digital landscape. She discusses navigating tech milestones, emphasizing the importance of responsible usage and mentoring over mere monitoring. Devorah shares strategies for fostering healthy tech habits and open communication during critical middle school years. The discussion includes tackling techno-shaming among parents, the positive impacts of technology on learning, and the value of engaging with children's media to enhance understanding.
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Assess Readiness By Real-Life Skills
- Assess your child's readiness for a phone or social account by observing their problem-solving and conflict management skills.
- Teach technology skills together first, like practicing texting or calling with you before giving full access.
Model Unplugging And Patience
- Model boundaries by being willing to unplug and showing patience when others are unreachable.
- Talk through your choices aloud so kids learn it's normal to not be 24/7 reachable.
Three Lenses For Digital Conversations
- Focus conversations on three lenses: relationships, reputation, and time management.
- These categories clarify digital risks and help tailor family discussions and rules.
