Screen Smart Children: A guide to helping kids thrive in a world that never switches off

Whether you’re a parent or teacher, this is your guide to raising capable, compassionate and tech-wise kids in a hyperconnected age.

In a world where screens dominate childhood in both classrooms and bedrooms, many parents feel overwhelmed. Are devices stealing attention, empathy and imagination from our children? Or can they be part of a healthy, balanced life?

Internationally acclaimed neuroscientist Dr Mark Williams and award-winning educator Gavin McCormack team up for this book. They draw on decades of cutting-edge brain research and real-world classroom experience to reveal how screen exposure is rewiring young minds.

Packed with relatable stories, practical tools and science-backed strategies, this book offers a roadmap for guiding children toward healthy tech habits, deeper focus and genuine human connection, without banning screens or battling over devices. In it you will: • Understand the impact of technology and screens on children’s development. • Learn how to reduce the risks of overexposure to screens. • Gain tools to support mental health and wellbeing across the whole family.

© 2026 Simon & Schuster Australia (Audiobook): 9781761639739

Release date

Audiobook: 27 January 2026