Modern Parenting

218: What children learn from video games

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 28, 2024

How Video Games Shape Learning and Children’s Development   Last week, parent Nicole and I talked with @TheGamerEducator Ash Brandin about the challenges we can have when our kids love video games. [insert link to previous episode]   I had also hoped to ask Ash a lot of questions about what children learn from video…

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217: How to end the video game struggles

By Jen Lumanlan | Jul 21, 2024

Discover how to manage your kids’ screen time, set healthy boundaries, and foster their love of learning with practical tips and insights from experts.

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215: Why will no-one play with me?

By Jen Lumanlan | Jun 30, 2024

Discover insights on why no one will play with your child and explore effective strategies for building social skills in children. Learn from the book ‘Why Will No One Play With Me’ and find practical advice for helping little children make friends and enhance their social interactions.

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214: Ask Alvin Anything: Part 2

By Jen Lumanlan | May 26, 2024

Discover how autism, race, and parenting influence Jen and Alvin’s relationship. Insightful stories and heartfelt lessons await in this engaging episode!

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213: How to stop using power over your child (and still get things done)

By Jen Lumanlan | May 12, 2024

Ditch Punishments and Rewards for Respectful Parenting Do you hate punishing (with Time Outs, withdrawing privileges, or even yelling at) your child?   Do you feel guilty after you punish them, wishing there was a way to just get them to listen?   And do bribes (“If you brush your teeth now, you can have…

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