Generosity hasn’t just peaked among adults during lockdown; kids are donating to charities in higher amounts than before, too. Gen Alphas and young Zers are thinking about finances from a young age, which could lead to a more considered approach to money management going forward.

The way children communicate with their peers, family, and teachers has shifted dramatically thanks to the coronavirus pandemic. But what are the long-term implications for how they socialise, learn, and play? And how are parents and brands mitigating fears around safety and screen addiction?

Social gaming platform Roblox, which was built by players for players, has boomed during the pandemic. Designed to connect children to their friends through fun, interactive and collaborative video games, it has become one of lockdown’s biggest success stories.

How has the pandemic impacted children’s relationship with screen time? Why are they opting for plant-based snacks? How are Roblox natives making more money than friends on the digital platform? And what impact will a year in lockdown have on the next generation’s long-term mental health?