Talking Points

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Navigating the News
Why it’s Important for Children to Read the News

Even if it were possible to protect our children from the news, should…
Parenting & Wellbeing
Gaming Addiction: The Current State of Play

The UK is the largest videogame market in Europe – nine out of…
Parenting & Wellbeing
How to Talk to Children About Road Safety

This article has been written in collaboration with Kirsty Ketley, a parenting…
Parenting & Wellbeing
Children’s Urgent Call: More Time in Nature Essential

This article has been written in collaboration with our partner, the National…
Parenting & Wellbeing
Helping Children Understand Cancer

Catherine, the Princess of Wales has announced she is in the early stages…
Parenting & Wellbeing
11 Plus Preparation Tips for Parents

This article has been written in collaboration with our partner, Atom Learning.
Parenting & Wellbeing
Worried About Screen Time? How to Help Your Child Put Down Their Phone

Is Tech Taking Over? Phone addiction? Internet gaming disorder? Screen addiction? Technology addiction?…
Big Interviews
First News partners with the National Trust: Check out our interview with Director General Hilary McGrady

Exploring Nature First News has teamed up with the National Trust (NT)…
Parenting & Wellbeing
Tips from Internet Matters: How to keep your kids safe online

What is Safer Internet Day? Created by the UK Safer Internet Centre,…