Screen Time and Children: A Practical Guide to Digital Media, Reading and Play
THE WORLD OF PIXELS Screen Time and Children: A Practical Guide to Digital Media, Reading and Play Screen Time and Children: A Practical Guide to Digital Media, Reading and Play By Dr. Surabh Mukherjee Educational perspective from Leading Lights About this article: This article discusses children's digital media use from an educational and parenting perspective. It draws on published research and practical observations from education. It is intended for general educational information and is not medical or psychological advice. Digital devices have become a normal part of childhood. Children use smartphones, tablets and computers for entertainment, communication, schoolwork and creative activities. The important question for parents is therefore not whether children should use technology at all. The more useful question is how digital media fits into the child's overall routine. A healt...