Is "Some" Screen Time Okay?
This article does talk about limiting screen time, but also not to feel guilty when giving you toddler screen time, while you work, shower etc. It mentions what to look for in apps and to not just trust what the marketing tells you. It may say educational, but is it? Also it is okay for screen time to be purely entertainment too. What I found interesting is the section on joint media entertainment time. When using screen time, it should not be a child independent activity. It should involved another adult interacting with the child as they play. That was an interesting concept for me.
Here are a few nature-related apps:
- Green Up
- Montessori Nature
- Pepi Tree Lite
- Bird Field Guide for KidsCheck it out and tell me what you think! In the comments, share some apps/games you found interesting. Stay tuned for the follow up on apps available for download for iPhone users.
—Corey Sperling, Early Childhood EE eePRO Group Moderator
The article from the Child Mind Institute discusses the potential educational value of screen time for toddlers and preschoolers. Also, find the answers to frequently asked questions on this subject, such as "will leaving my toddler in front of a screen harm them developmentally? And why do experts caution against screen time?"