Parenting Tips
Television: Good or Bad You Be the Judge
Television is a part of our young children's daily lives. TV is on in homes, preschools, schools and even automakers are making it easier to hit the highway with high definition. Now, more than ever, you need to monitor and supervise your child's TV viewing.
Are my children watching too much television?
A good test to determine if your children are watching too much television is to turn the TV off and keep it off for 24 hours. If your kids don't know what to do with their time, it is likely that they are too dependent on television. Ironically, some parents find this test harder than the kids. When adults rely on TV for entertainment, they train their kids by example to do the same.If you fail the 24-hour test, don't feel bad. Try cutting back just a little TV each day or week until you have cut back to what you feel comfortable with. One of the best things you can do is replace TV time with less sedentary activities (walking, biking, or playing with the kids).
I am a TV junkie! What can I do to keep my children from becoming a TV junkie ?
Be a role model. You must be willing to reduce the hours you spend in front of the TV. Breaking the habit is hard, but you can start by reducing your TV viewing. Plan and select the few shows that you really want to watch. Don't spend the entire evening mindlessly channel surfing. Remember to also monitor the shows that are on. Be aware of what your children are watching and provide programs that are appropriate for their ages. If you can't give up a program that is for mature viewers, tape it and watch it after your kids have gone to bed.
With Hopscotch Daycare, you will receive monthly reports from our E.C.E. Home Visitor on how your child is doing in daycare. Feel free to ask her for any helpful tips if you ever need advice on a subject as she has extensive childcare education and experience.
Hopscotch Home Daycare Agency
Tel: 289.466.1111*
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