‘Crying, Yelling, Shutting Down’: There’s a Surge in Kindergarten Tantrums. Why?
Educators are reporting a surge in the number of kindergartners coming to school unable to regulate their emotions. What's going on?| Education Week
This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. At U.S. President Donald Trump’s request, Congress voted in July 2025 to claw back US$1.1 billion it had previously approved for the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. That measure, which passed in the House and the Senate by very narrow [...] The post PBS accounts for nearly half of first graders’ most frequently watched educational TV and video programs appeared first on Par...| ParentsTogether
With so many apps and platforms marketed to children these days, digital spaces like YouTube Kids might feel like a safe bet for kid-friendly content. However, YouTube is the number one platform where parents report their kids seeing inappropriate content. What content is YouTube’s algorithm showing kids? Kids can easily come across inappropriate content on [...] The post How to reset YouTube’s algorithm to keep your child’s content kid-safe appeared first on ParentsTogether.| ParentsTogether
Macon Blair’s slop-tactic relaunch of “The Toxic Avenger” is a reminder that just because a movie is cheeky, crude, and excessively gory doesn’t mean it can’t also be made with love. A reboot of the 1980s pseudo-successful film series and children’s cartoon, from the infamously schlocky cinematic saboteurs at Troma Entertainment, a reboot of “The […]| New Orleans Magazine
Educators are reporting a surge in the number of kindergartners coming to school unable to regulate their emotions. What's going on?| Education Week
The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University| The Vanderbilt Hustler
The Gen Z stare represents the most recent criticism hurled by older generations but also reveals the concerning ramifications of unchecked screen time usage.| The Vanderbilt Hustler - The official student newspaper of Vanderbilt University
Welcome to B.H.'s Screen Time, where we give you the cliff notes on the entertainment industry. This week: Heat 2, Weapons, & more.| Boss Hunting
If you’ve ever asked your child what they’d like to do this weekend and heard “stay up all night!” or “ice cream for breakfast!” you’ve already met the big parenting dilemma: when do we follow their lead, and when do […] The post Listening to Children Without Handing Over the Reins appeared first on The Good Play Guide.| The Good Play Guide
If you want to start a fight with parents, mention screen time. Everyone has an opinion about whether TV is ruining the next generation by creating “iPad kids.” Recently, UNC Greensboro Psychology’s own Dr. Jessica Caporaso — a developmental psychologist — was interviewed by the Campus Weekly about the data... Continue reading...| Department of Psychology
The head of the American Federation of Teachers discusses political and technological challenges for teachers.| Education Week
While teen mental health issues increase, sleep deprivation may be the hidden culprit working alongside excessive screen time.| ParentsTogether
Discover age-appropriate tips for parents to comfort their children when exposed to distressing news, with expert advice from Stanford Medicine Children’s Health.| Healthier, Happy Lives Blog
I have been following Manuel Moreale’s Experimental June plan to reduce consumption. The latest update was on June 29. That motivated me to finally start with a plan to reduce my screen time. The May 16 episode of Search Engine: How to stop being so phone addicted (without self-discipline or meditation) was another catalyst. I started on June 29 and as broken as Screen Time is, it’s still a good enough reporting tool. So far, I’ve succeeded in reducing my daily screen time from 3 to 4 h...| Ishan Sharma
I wanted to share this No Screentime Until Printable Sheet again today because it has been wonderful for our family… The post No Screen Time Until Free Printable Sheet (a pre- screentime checklist) first appeared on Your Modern Family.| Your Modern Family
New surveys of teens and teachers show how far apart the two groups are on this issue.| Education Week
Parents are increasingly disinterested in reading to their kids — and it's majorly hurting the young ones' literacy skills down the line.| Futurism
It's time for a summer screen reset! Summer is the perfect time to hit the reset button. With school out and schedules loosening, many families...| Play. Learn. Thrive.
Literacy is more than learning to read and write; it's about communication. Use these tips to boost boys' literacy skills.| BuildingBoys
As technology evolves, one axiom stays the same: Schools must help students weigh how to responsibly fit it into their lives.| Education Week
Video games have become a ubiquitous part of modern childhood, especially for boys. With their vivid graphics, engaging narratives, and interactive elements, video games captivate the imaginations of young players, drawing them into worlds of adventure, strategy, and competition. As with any form of entertainment or educational tool, gaming has its advantages and disadvantages. This […] The post Pros And Cons Of Video Games For Boys appeared first on BuildingBoys.| BuildingBoys
Screen time can impact even infant sleep! The post Screen time hinders kids’ sleep patterns, South Australian study finds first appeared on Baby Sleep Advice for Parents & Kids.| Baby Sleep Advice for Parents & Kids
The company is putting chatbots everywhere so you don’t go anywhere.| Intelligencer
The new bot-generated content is ominous for digital publishers. But the search giant might have a reason to pull back.| Intelligencer
The company is still trying to make good on a vision of a personal assistant offered in 2011.| Intelligencer
It is becoming increasingly important for parents to prioritize physical activity for their children. With the rise in sedentary lifestyles and the growing prevalence of […]| Child Development Institute
All-purpose chatbots have an impossible job.| Intelligencer
Symptoms of too much screen time can look like many things in children and teenagers. Lack of focus, moodiness, behaviors, frustration and more.| The OT Toolbox
If you regularly wonder, “Why do I get easily distracted?” you’re not alone. Internal and external distractions are everywhere. Fortunately, you can stay focused with these eight tips.| Timing Time Management Blog
The media bet its future on Facebook. Did it learn from that mistake?| Intelligencer
