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February 2, 2024

Screen Time vs. Story Time: Finding the Right Balance

Learn how to balance screen time and story time for your child. Discover AAP guidelines, benefits of reading, tips for high-quality screen time, and healthy alternatives to excessive digital media.

Learn & Laugh Kids TV Team
6 min read
Screen Time vs. Story Time: Finding the Right Balance

Screen Time vs. Story Time: Finding the Right Balance

Screens are everywhere today—but how much is too much for kids? Parents often struggle with balancing digital learning and real-world experiences. The good news: when used wisely, screen time can be educational and fun.

1. AAP Guidelines 🕒

Under 2 years: Avoid screens (except video calls).

Ages 2–5: Limit to 1 hour of high-quality content daily.

Ages 6+: Set consistent limits and encourage balance.

2. The Benefits of Story Time 📖

Reading strengthens imagination, memory, and focus.

Builds parent-child bonding and emotional intelligence.

3. High-Quality Screen Time

Choose educational, age-appropriate videos.

Co-watch with your child—ask questions, discuss, and engage.

Our Learn & Laugh Kids TV channel offers safe, child-friendly learning videos.

4. Signs of Too Much Screen Time ⚠️

Sleep trouble

Less interest in play

Irritability or mood swings

5. Healthy Alternatives

Outdoor play, puzzles, reading, art.

Create a "tech-free family time" each day.

Wrap-Up

Screens can be friends, not foes—when used in moderation. Balance is the key.

👉 Swap endless cartoons for our educational songs and stories to make screen time enriching and joyful.

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Screen TimeDigital LearningReadingChild DevelopmentParenting TipsBalance

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