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Kids, Cellphones, and Healthy Boundaries Encouraging Positive Communication These days, it’s rare to see a kid without a cellphone. More parents are willing to buy their children these devices, which means today’s youngsters are more connected than ever. It’s become a normal part of everyday life. While we’ve been talking about the darker side of smartphones and social media, there is no denying that phones are a great way to keep tabs on your kids. You can stay in touch and know you’re only one phone call or text away in case of an emergency. Smartphones do just about everything. For kids, this can be overwhelming. They can receive calls, texts, emails, photos, links, and more from anyone who has their contact information. Many parents and educators also agree that phones make cyberbullying easier than ever. The U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics reports that nearly 72% of high school-aged kids are cyberbullied at least once during the school year. About 20% of kids say they are cyberbullied at least once a month. Social media is often the primary site of the bullying, but bullies also use text messaging apps. One of the best ways to curb cyberbullying is through communication and education. When you give a child a cellphone, it’s always important to set ground rules with all phone usage. Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile, and other services offer tools for parents to monitor usage, but nothing can match open and honest communication. Sit down and discuss topics like online safety. Remind kids that once photos, posts, or other personal information appears on the internet, it can be very difficult to remove. In some cases, it can be downright impossible — especially since any posts that are shared or copied can be screenshot by anyone who views them. It’s crucial to always think before hitting “send” on anything posted online. Additionally, discuss etiquette and boundaries. Let kids know when and where to put their phones away (in class, the movie theater, while driving, etc.). They should always avoid unknown calls, texts, or other messages — and if they do receive a questionable or troubling message, it needs to be reported to a trusted adult. Encourage safe and open communication based on trust, not judgment.
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Miso Caramel Apples
Inspired by Bon Appétit
This silky caramel recipe is spiked with miso for a complex, rich snack that won’t hurt your teeth.
INGREDIENTS
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4 Granny Smith apples 1/2 cup raw pistachios 1 1/2 tsp plus 1 cup sugar
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2 tbsp white miso, divided
4 Popsicle sticks
2 tbsp light corn syrup 1/4 cup heavy cream
3 tbsp sesame seeds
1/4 tsp kosher salt
DIRECTIONS
1. Heat oven to 275 F. 2. In a food processor, pulse pistachios and 1 1/2 tsp sugar. Add sesame seeds and 1 tbsp miso, pulsing until miso is fully broken up. Spread evenly on a rimmed baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes and let cool. 3. Meanwhile, insert a Popsicle stick into the center of each apple. 4. In a saucepan, bring corn syrup, 1 cup sugar, and 2 tbsp water to a boil. Boil for 5–7 minutes, swirling infrequently, until caramel is a light amber color. 5. Add cream and salt to caramel, whisking to combine. Transfer to a large mixing bowl and quickly whisk in remaining miso. 6. To assemble, first roll apple in caramel, then in pistachio mixture, before resting on greased baking sheet. 7. Let cool 30 minutes and serve.
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