Turn Viewing into a Teachable Moment by Watching Together
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Turn Viewing into a Teachable Moment: Watch Together
Summary
A recent national study highlights how television has become a significant part of young children's lives. Whether this is beneficial or detrimental largely depends on parental involvement.
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Television now plays a prominent role in the lives of many young children, as highlighted in a recent national study. But is this influence positive or negative? It all hinges on how parents engage with it. Here are some insights:
How much television do children watch?
According to the Kaiser Family Foundation, over 80% of children under six engage with screen media daily, averaging about two hours each day.
How is TV used in most homes?
For many families, electronic media help manage hectic schedules, maintain harmony, and support daily routines like eating and relaxing. Television can also serve as an educational tool. "Sesame Street" changed the landscape 37 years ago by demonstrating that TV could be a positive learning medium for preschoolers.
Building on this, Sesame Workshop has introduced a new line of DVDs called Sesame Beginnings. These are designed to foster interaction between caregivers and children, offering ideas, songs, and activities to create "teachable moments."
Why focus on infants and their caregivers?
The study reveals that millions of children under two are watching TV and videos. While "Sesame Street" targets ages 2-5, its videos are often viewed by younger audiences. Thus, Sesame Beginnings was developed to provide age-appropriate content for infants, aiming to encourage parent-child interaction not just during viewing, but also afterward.
Are the DVDs designed to encourage infant TV viewing?
No, these DVDs are intended for parents who already allow TV viewing. They offer developmentally suitable content for children under two, emphasizing that young children learn best through adult-child interaction. Dr. Truglio, Vice President of Education & Research at Sesame Workshop, supports this approach.
In conclusion, it's crucial for parents to transform viewing experiences into valuable learning moments by watching and interacting with their children.
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