Events & Activities
October 22: Emerging Conversations:
Raising Alphas
We invite all caretakers to join community conversations about the unique demands of raising alpha children, where we can share experiences, explore current research on this generation, and connect with one another. This is a valuable learning opportunity for parents/guardians, and we encourage all families to participate in this discussion.
Discussion facilitated by Marie Pyko, CEO of the Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library and Topeka Collegiate Trustee.
Primary Resource: End the Phone-Based Childhood Now By Jonathan Haidt (please read this article before the event)
Join one of our sessions:
3:45 PM to 4:45 PM - Assembly Hall (Childcare will be provided)
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM - Online Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88178175341?pwd=QSDU3HIkwrgpaK2j25tlvOvMm09oH5.1
Meeting ID: 881 7817 5341
Passcode: EagleAlpha
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Articles
Primary Resource: END THE PHONE-BASED CHILDHOOD NOW By Jonathan Haidt
Just getting started with Understanding Generation Alpha? Start here:
More Insights on Generation Alpha (Springtide Research Institute)
Other Resources:
Article: PARENTS UNDER PRESSURE The U.S. Surgeon General's Advisory on the
Mental Health & Well-Being of Parent
Article: Let's Talk About Phone Fundamentals.
Article: Screen Time Linked to Developmental Delays, Study Finds. Here's How to Manage Device Time.
Website: WaitUntil8th.org
Opinion Article: Social media is ruining Generation Alpha
Opinion Article: Generation Alpha- how much worse will this get?
“Trends in behavior of kids in this latest generation seemed to have shown a decrease in attention span and an evident disinterest in activities that do not involve a screen, along with restlessness and worse manners.”