I've heard that a lot of parents don't let their children watch TV. Or, if they are allowed, then their time is limited. Like half an hour per day. WHAT THE..???
I must say that Jonah is allowed to watch TV basically whenever he wants (once he is well-behaved). Why would I stop my child from watching shows with theme songs like this : "what's gonna work? TEAMWORK!" or, "keep trying, keep trying, don't give up!"
Perhaps what parents need to do is prohibit their kids from watching inappropriate shows, not prohibit TV altogether. I mean, this new generation is all about technology!! Why stop your kids from keeping up with technology?!
Once used properly, TV can be something positive. Most shows on Nick Jr. are quite educational. Dora the Explorer and Diego teaches Spanish and how to be creative. Ni Hao, Kailan teaches Mandarin. And there's soo much more!
I don't believe, however, that parents should use TV as a kind of babysitter for their kids. Don't push your kids in front of the TV for hours and hours so that you can paint your nails or do whatever. We still need to be interactive with our kids..take them outside for a walk, paint and color with them, take them to swim, or whatever activity you guys find best!
So remember, use TV wisely and it can be a positive tool.
xx
Mommy
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