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Every parent knows the struggle: devices at the dinner table, YouTube before homework, late-night scrolling when kids should be asleep. Arguments erupt, routines derail, and family time feels hijacked by screens. But it doesn’t have to be a constant war.
Peaceful Screens is a clear, compassionate guide that shows parents how to create daily rhythms around dinner, homework, and bedtime—without constant conflict. Instead of power struggles, you’ll find practical strategies for setting limits that actually work, while still giving kids the freedom they crave. With simple routines, conversation tools, and family-tested solutions, this book helps you replace battles with cooperation and calm.
You’ll learn how to introduce device-free rituals, structure homework without distraction, and restore bedtime balance—all while modeling healthy digital habits. Whether your child is in elementary school or a teenager, these approaches adapt to your family’s needs and create a smoother flow at home.
Screens aren’t going anywhere—but the nightly fights can. This guide shows you how to reclaim peace, structure, and connection in your family life.
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Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025
Naomi Clarke
Peaceful Screens
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1. Chapter 1
2. Chapter 1: Understanding the Digital Landscape
3. Chapter 2: The Dinner Table Dilemma
4. Chapter 3: Homework Without Distractions
5. Chapter 4: Establishing Bedtime Screen Rules
6. Chapter 5: Introducing Device-Free Rituals
7. Chapter 6: Creating Family Tech Guidelines
8. Chapter 7: Dealing with Tech Battles
9. Chapter 8: Homework Support in the Digital Age
10. Chapter 9: Cultivating Healthy Tech Routines
11. Chapter 10: Addressing Social Media Challenges
12. Chapter 11: Technology as a Learning Tool
13. Chapter 12: Fostering Open Communication
14. Chapter 13: Building a Balanced Family Life
15. Chapter 14: Empowering Kids to Manage Their Screen Time
16. Chapter 15: Learning from Each Other: Kids Teach Parents
17. Chapter 16: Celebrating Progress and Adjusting Goals
18. Chapter 1: Understanding the Digital Landscape
19. Chapter 2: The Dinner Table Dilemma
20. Chapter 3: Homework Without Distractions
21. Chapter 4: Establishing Bedtime Screen Rules
22. Chapter 5: Introducing Device-Free Rituals
23. Chapter 6: Creating Family Tech Guidelines
24. Chapter 7: Dealing with Tech Battles
25. Chapter 8: Homework Support in the Digital Age
26. Chapter 9: Cultivating Healthy Tech Routines
27. Chapter 10: Addressing Social Media Challenges
28. Chapter 11: Technology as a Learning Tool
29. Chapter 12: Fostering Open Communication
30. Chapter 13: Building a Balanced Family Life
31. Chapter 14: Empowering Kids to Manage Their Screen Time
32. Chapter 15: Learning from Each Other: Kids Teach Parents
33. Chapter 16: Celebrating Progress and Adjusting Goals
Table of Contents
The Rise of Screens in Our Lives
Developmental Considerations
The Role of Parents in Navigating Tech
Balancing the Benefits and Challenges
Creating a Healthy Digital Environment
The Importance of Family Dinner
Establishing Screen-Free Zones
Implementing Device-Free Rituals
Overcoming Resistance to Screen-Free Mealtimes
Understanding the Homework Battle
Creating a Homework Routine
Technology as a Tool, Not a Distraction
Establishing Screen-Free Zones
Encouraging Positive Study Habits
Understanding the Impact of Screens on Sleep
Creating a Calming Nighttime Routine
Setting Clear Bedtime Screen Rules
Encouraging Screen-Free Activities Before Bed
Modeling Healthy Digital Habits
Flexibility and Adjusting Rules as Needed
The Importance of Device-Free Time
Suggestions for Device-Free Activities
Establishing Rituals Around Meals
Crafting Bedtime Rituals
Encouraging Kid-Led Activities
Building Consistency in Rituals
Understanding the Need for Guidelines
Involving Your Children in the Process
Crafting Age-Appropriate Guidelines
Setting Expectations for Homework and Screen Use
Creating Device-Free Family Rituals
Reviewing and Adjusting Guidelines as Needed
Understanding Tech Battles
Creating Clear Expectations
Redirecting Arguments into Dialogue
Implementing Family Digital Balance
Understanding Homework Distractions
Creating a Distraction-Free Homework Zone
Tech Tools for Focused Learning
Balancing Screen Time and Homework
Engaging with Educators
Encouraging Independence in Learning
Understanding the Importance of Routines
Setting Tech Time Limits
Creating Device-Free Zones
Encouraging Screen-Free Family Time
Reinforcing Positive Tech Habits
Evaluating and Adjusting Routines
Understanding Social Media’s Impact
Encouraging Open Conversations
Setting Healthy Boundaries
Teaching Digital Citizenship
Encouraging Empathy and Emotional Intelligence
The Role of Technology in Modern Education
Apps that Encourage Creativity
Developing Critical Thinking Skills
Balancing Learning and Leisure
The Importance of Communication
Setting the Stage for Honest Conversations
Discussing Screen Time Limits
Navigating Difficult Topics
Encouraging Healthy Digital Habits
Creating a Family Tech Agreement
Understanding Family Dynamics
Incorporating Tech-Free Time
Engaging in Fun Activities
Setting Boundaries for Technology Use
The Importance of Self-Regulation
Goal-Setting for Screen Time
Reflection Exercises
Creating Tech-Free Zones