Words of wisdom from Ritu, a teacher and a mother.
I’m a teacher, you all know that.
I have the good of every child in my heart at all time.
Those little souls you entrust me with each year become my own children for that year, and often for the rest of their Primary education, as I am in contact with them throughout their education whilst in our school.
And I only want the best for them.
This is why I advise parents on ways to interact with their children, to develop them as wholly as possible.
You know what I think (don’t make me get back on that soap box!) digital life is fantastic, but don’t let that be the only life your child experiences!
Take them out!
Talk to them!
Play with them!
Create with them!
(then let them play a little on a screen… a little I said! They still need the tech skills too!)
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A Teacher's Reflections 
Thank you for the share Jennie!
My pleasure!
Ritu has got it right. Getting out; seeing nature, even in a city park. Kicking dry leaves in piles, splashing and jumping in puddles, climbing onto tree branches. Rolling down small grassy hills, throwing snowballs, smelling plants and flowers, picking up worms.
Nature and fresh air should always come before electronics, no matter the modern age we live in.
Best wishes, Pete.
Yes, yes, yes! I have been preaching this for decades. Ritu said it well. Best to you, Pete.
Thanks for sharing, Jennie. As an adult (ha! to say the least) who did not experience that kind of upbringing, I know too well how valuable those things are.
Take them out!
Talk to them!
Play with them!
Create with them! Indeed. Hugs!
Absolutely! Best to you. 🙂
An excellent post from Ritu Jennie.. and one we should all take a leaf out of.. Much Love and wishing you well and Happy Christmas to you xx Sue xx
Thanks, Sue. Ritu really said it well. A Merry Christmas to you, too! 🎄
🙂 🎅🧚♂️🎁
Thanks for sharing Ritu’s wisdom, Jennie. She shows how difficult it can be to reduce the use of technology. It is just a part of life now.
Sadly, it is part of life now. If only we could keep it away until after the age of 5…
Hmm. I’m not sure I agree on that. I think there’s a place, albeit smaller than is often seen, for technology use even for young children. Like everything, it depends on the content and how it’s used. If it’s a tool to enhance communication and relationships, it’s great. If it’s used to keep kids quiet and out of the way, it’s a poor substitute for engagement in other activities.
I know you are right, Norah. I just find myself steering away from technology in the classroom. But, when I use it, it’s fabulous. For example, when children listened to music and asked about an instrument we watched a solo performance on YouTube. And, I have a terrific letter writing app. You said it well, use it for enhancement.
Expert advice from Ritu! 🙂
Indeed!
Limiting technology for young children seems very wise to me. Older children benefit from learning how to use devices in school, but once home, it would be wonderful if kids still went out to play every day after school.
Hear, hear!