Family Tips: Help Kids Balance Their Digital Lives Grades K–5 Grades 6 - 12
Too much screen time can be unhealthy for young, developing brains. It is important to unplug to do other activities and spend time with family and friends.
I know it is important to manage time and priorities on and off devices.
I can tell why it is important to build verbal, written, electronic and visual communication skills.
I reflect on my common online and offline activities.
I analyze and prioritize the activities that are most important to me.
I identify ways to “unplug” to maintain balance between online and offline activities.
I explore ways that different types of digital media are, and aren't designed to help us make good media choices.
I reflect on how digital media is designed to either help or hinder adding meaning and value to our lives.
I think about how to develop good, healthy habits when using digital media.
I can reflect on the role of digital media in my life.
I can use social media in a way that feels positive and healthy.
I can reflect on the statement" we are addicted to our devices."
I can explore the reasons screen time can bad for us.