To wrap up the NAEYC's Week of the Young Child, it's important to reflect on priorities in life -- our children. They learn from watching us, so it's important to be a good example. This is really important when it comes to technology and playtime.
As a mother of 3 little boys and running a technology business, I know first-hand how busy life is. ...and how consuming technology can be!
It's important to set aside specific time to put down technology, (I actually have to turn the power off), and go play together!
At night, we turn everything off right after dinner and play a good family card game of Uno! (Parents vs. Kids is always fun!) Or a good old-fashioned board game.
During the weekends and after school, we spend as much time as we can enjoying the outdoors (easy to do in our beautiful state of Colorado!).
Technology and playtime is about creating appropriate BALANCE. By un-plugging technology to go play with your children, you are leading by example. And you are showing your child that you all respect technology, and one another!
Time for me to go outside and play a quick game of croquet!
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