{"title":"Kirra Pendergast","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKirra Pendergast\u003c\/strong\u003e offers insightful works that blend contemporary challenges with practical guidance, especially in the realm of \u003cem\u003eParenting \u0026amp; Family\u003c\/em\u003e. Her writing explores the impact of digital technology on family dynamics, providing thoughtful perspectives on navigating modern freedoms and responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders can expect a thoughtful examination of how to foster healthy relationships and balanced lifestyles in an age dominated by screens and digital connection. Pendergast's books invite reflection and offer strategies to help families thrive amidst evolving digital landscapes.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"digital-freedom-by-maggie-dent-9781761902871","title":"Digital Freedom","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAustralia's favourite parenting author joins forces with a top online safety expert to give Australian parents the tools to understand and manage their kids' and teens' use of screens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen it comes to children and screens, parents and educators face a genuine contradiction: so much of modern life happens online, yet it's also one of the leading causes of harm and mental illness for kids and adolescents. How can we protect our young people while giving them the tools to succeed?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn this book, Maggie Dent, Australia's queen of common-sense parenting, and Kirra Pendergast, an international authority on digital safety, present sensible, no-nonsense advice for parents looking to make informed decisions on issues such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhen and how to give your kids a smart phone?\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow do algorithms, digital footprints and AI really work?\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow can families use social media without sacrificing privacy and safety?\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eHow can you protect your kids and teens from the darker influences of the internet?\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWhat do you do if your son or daughter is being bullied or exploited online?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAnd most importantly: how can we help kids develop a healthy, responsible relationship with technology without becoming the enemy?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDigital Freedom\u003c\/em\u003e cuts through the confusion and delivers practical tools and expert advice to help parents manage their children's device use with confidence - and give kids back their childhoods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Macmillan Publishers New Zealand Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47671020847340,"sku":"9781761902871","price":31.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781761902871.webp?v=1779927927"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/kirra-pendergast.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}