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Screen Time Tips: 5 Questions to Guide Decisions
Explore simple screen time tips to balance your child's media use with healthy development, play and social interactions.
Screen Sense: Research & Resources
What the Research Says About the Impact of Media on Children Under 3 Years Old
Babies today are born into a world full of rich human interaction and engaging screen media experiences.
This leaves parents with a lot of questions! Are you curious about the role that screen media should play in your child’s life? Wondering if screen time is damaging, or if it is just another form of media (like books) that can be used to help children learn?
Screen Sense is our resource series that summarizes the research on screens and children under age three.
If you choose to make screen media a part of your child’s life, use tips and recommendations from Screen Sense as a way to harness the potential of technology to enhance learning and development.
Resources from the American Academy of Pediatrics
This Early Childhood Development and Screen Time Toolkit was developed for use by early childhood educators, childcare providers, early interventionists, home visitors, pediatricians, or other professionals who support families with young children.
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AI Slop or High-Quality Screen Content? How Parents Can Tell the Difference
Discover the clear indicators of AI-slop that we can use to make good decisions about what kids are watching.
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Using Technology in Early Education Settings
Guidance for early childhood educators to make thoughtful, developmentally appropriate decisions about technology use by emphasizing intentional screen experiences that support rather than replace hands-on learning and relationships.
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Five Tips to Make the Most of Video Chats
Here are 5 tips to make the most of video chats. Help children build relationships and communicate with loved ones on FaceTime or Skype.
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Screen-Time Recommendations for Children Under Six
Parents wonder whether screen time is educational, distracting, or both. Here’s how can you find high-quality content for your child.
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Dig Deeper: Research and AI
Understand the latest trends and research around screen time and artificial intelligence in the early childhood field.
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AI and Early Childhood Development: Frequently Asked Questions
Experts address frequently asked questions about artificial intelligence (AI) and early childhood development.
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What Preschoolers Understand About AI
What do preschoolers understand about AI? Understand the role of parents and caregivers in guiding AI literacy with young children.
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How the Attention Economy Impacts Young Children
Dr. Radesky explains how today's digital media is capturing and commercializing young children’s attention, underscoring the need for stronger parent, platform, and policy responses.
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The Future of Artificial Intelligence in Early Childhood: Transforming the Field for Professionals and Children
Artificial intelligence in the early childhood field not only helps professionals by improving efficiency but also opens doors to more personalized learning experiences.
Screen Sense: What the Research Says About the Impact of Media on Children Aged 0-3 Years Old
Download our free report about the impact of screen media on young children.
Screen Sense: Executive Summary
Screen Sense describes what is known at this time about the effect of screen media on young children’s learning and development.
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