Teaching Digital Citizenship
Children in the US spend an average of 7 hours a day of "screen time" (televisions, computers, phones and other electronic devices). The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that To help kids make wise media choices, parents should children spend no more than 2 hours per day of "screen time". Studies have shown that excessive media use can lead to attention problems, school difficulties, sleep and eating disorders, and obesity. In addition, the
Internet and cell phones can provide platforms for illicit and risky
behaviors.
It's important that parents establish expectations for media use that promote safety, digital citizenship and healthy behavior. CommonSense media provides a media agreement for parenta and kids in grades K-5 .
Internet and cell phones can provide platforms for illicit and risky
behaviors.
It's important that parents establish expectations for media use that promote safety, digital citizenship and healthy behavior. CommonSense media provides a media agreement for parenta and kids in grades K-5 .
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