Yoto 4th Gen: I Tried the New Yoto Player and Mini – Here’s What Parents Need to Know

Yoto 4th Gen

I went along to the UK launch of the Yoto Player 4th Gen and Yoto Mini 4th Gen to see what’s changed. From the clever new Green Button and family routine features to a tougher Mini and redesigned night light, here’s my first-hand look at the new generation and what parents should know before buying or upgrading.

Q&A: Teen Author Kavya Thakrar on Writing Bows and Ties at Just 16

Kavya Thakrar

At just sixteen, Kavya Thakrar is already making her mark as a rising literary talent. In this inspiring Q&A, she shares the journey behind Bows and Ties, the themes that shaped her debut, and what it’s really like to balance school life with becoming a published teen author. Her passion, discipline, and creativity shine through every answer, offering a refreshing look at the next generation of storytellers.

Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA): What Parents Can Do When Anxiety Stops Their Child Going to School

emotionally based school avoidance

When anxiety makes going to school feel impossible, a child may be experiencing emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA). Discover the signs of EBSA, what may be causing it and practical ways parents can work with their child and school to reduce barriers and rebuild confidence around education.

Mobile Phones in Schools: What the New September 2026 Rules Mean for Parents

Mobile phones in schools

New mobile phone rules for schools in England came into effect in September 2026, but does that mean children can’t take a phone to school at all? This practical guide explains what parents need to know about school phone policies, confiscation, smartwatches, SEND and medical exceptions, travelling safely and whether a basic brick phone could be a sensible alternative to a smartphone.