Weekend-Engagement # 296 / Be careful with excessive screen time in young children
That's why I've decided to answer this question from the creator of the initiative:
What do you think about putting young children in front of a screen (television, tablet, phone, computer) to entertain them and keep them quiet? Do you think there are better ways for young children to spend their time and better ways to educate them? Explain your answer.
The use of screens to entertain young children is a complex issue. I believe that as an occasional and limited resource, screens are not inherently negative. They can offer quality educational content and necessary respite moments for caregivers.
However, the problem becomes truly serious when:
• They replace essential human interactions
• They are overused for entertainment, or when parents see this tool as something that calms or soothes the child and leave them with these devices for extended periods
• Children often consume content inappropriate for their age
• They limit free play time, physical exploration, and contact with nature.
For this reason, it is necessary to avoid the overuse of these media and instead use other activities that, from a physical, psychological, recreational, and educational perspective, are far more effective at educating, teaching, and developing children.
For example:
• Free play with everyday objects such as balls, boxes, and toys
• Traditional games that have been forgotten in favor of video games and other digital games
• Outdoor activities that develop motor skills
• Shared reading of stories
• Imitation and role-playing games
• Simple artistic activities
For education, modeling behavior and everyday conversation are usually more effective than any screen or digital tool. Optimal child development occurs primarily through interaction with real people and diverse physical environments.
Balance and intentionality are key: it's not about completely eliminating screens, but about consciously integrating them to support the development of children, adolescents, and young adults.
What do you think?
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I agree that if it was balance, then gadgets could actually helped a lot in learning.
As long as time and shows watch was appropriate with the age
The most important thing is to achieve that balance and combination between the use of technology and traditional children's games. Thank you for your kind words. Have a great week. Best wishes.
Good post!
In reality, the use of technology by our children is very complex, with its pros and cons.
Adult supervision is essential for defining its use.
Best regards.
Yes, adult supervision is very important, and the use of technology is unavoidable. The key is to combine supervision with the use of these tools and ensure that children don't overuse them. Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Have a great week. Best wishes.