Why Pinocchio is a Good Analogy for Kids Learning to be Online Critical Thinkers

I’ve been pondering metaphors & analogies and I thought Pinocchio’s story is a good metaphor for the importance of developing critical thinking skills, especially in the digital age for kids. Just as Pinocchio begins his journey naive and easily deceived, children today are often faced with an overwhelming amount of online information, some of it […]
The Silent Thief: How Smartphones Have Robbed Kids of the Ability to Make Small Talk

I’m a great chatter. I just enjoy talking to people. Whether it’s people I know, people I love or people I’ve just met. Whether that’s in a supermarket queue, doctor’s waiting room or at a networking event. I’m curious. I ask questions. I smile easily. In a world increasingly dominated by technology, the humble […]