Today I’m doing a talk for the Headmasters’ and Headmistresses’ Conference Heads of 6th Form on the effects of screens and social media. I enjoy
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I’m writing about how we talk (or don’t) about death – do you want to talk?
I’m embarking on a speculative project and you might be able to help. This is not for teenagers, though they’ll very welcome to read it.
I’m speaking at Stepping Into Stories – London, Feb 5 – #HHKidsLitFest
I’d like to flag up a panel event I’m doing for the Herne Hill Kids’ Lit Fest in London on Feb 5th. Sarah Mussi, Muhammad
How to Encourage Reading for Pleasure in a School
Today I’m doing a short INSET session for King’s School, Worcester. The problem is in the word “short”. What this means is that I’ll pack
Tracking devices: useful, harmless fun, hindering independence or dangerous?
Or all of the above? I was asked to contribute to BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour on the topic of using tracking apps or devices
How to deal with overwhelm
While writing Christmas cards, I’ve struggled to find a way to sum up my year. The only word I could find that came anywhere near
Sleep, exams and holidays
Sleep, exams and holidays have a difficult and yet very important relationship. Exams negatively affect sleep, with both anxiety and the brain-racing nature of revision
Children who have no books – let’s put this right
I had an incredible pleasure and privilege yesterday. I bought my first grandchild his first book – and read it over a cup of coffee
Sleep survey – schools wanted
I’m currently writing a book for teenagers about sleep. I am looking for 3-4 schools to take part in some research for me. I have