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Screen time and technology usage for children

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Screen time and technology usage for children has become a hot topic in recent years, as technology continues to play a larger role in our daily lives and the lives of our children. On one hand, technology can offer many benefits for children, including access to educational resources, opportunities for socialization and communication, and the ability to develop new skills. On the other hand, there are also concerns about the potential negative effects of excessive screen time, such as decreased physical activity, disrupted sleep, and decreased face-to-face interaction with others. One of the biggest challenges in this area is setting appropriate limits on screen time. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children aged 2-5 have no more than one hour of screen time per day, while children aged 6 and older have no more than two hours of screen time per day. However, many parents struggle to enforce these limits in the face of peer pressure, marketing, and the convenience that technology can provide. There are many factors that can influence a child’s screen …

Screen time and technology usage for children

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Screen time and technology usage for children has become a hot topic in recent years, as technology continues to play a larger role in our daily lives and the lives of our children. On one hand, technology can offer many benefits for children, including access to educational resources, opportunities for socialization and communication, and the ability to develop new skills. On the other hand, there are also concerns about the potential negative effects of excessive screen time, such as decreased physical activity, disrupted sleep, and decreased face-to-face interaction with others. One of the biggest challenges in this area is setting appropriate limits on screen time. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that children aged 2-5 have no more than one hour of screen time per day, while children aged 6 and older have no more than two hours of screen time per day. However, many parents struggle to enforce these limits in the face of peer pressure, marketing, and the convenience that technology can provide. There are many factors that can influence a child’s screen …

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Philosophy Education for Kids

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Via Teaching kids philosophy makes them smarter in math and English Schools face relentless pressure to up their offerings in the STEM fields—science, technology, engineering, and math. Few are making the case for philosophy. Maybe they should. Nine- and 10-year-old children in England who participated in a philosophy class once a week over the course of a year significantly boosted their math and literacy skills, with disadvantaged students showing the most significant gains, according to a large and well-designed study (pdf). More than 3,000 kids in 48 schools across England participated in weekly discussions about concepts such as truth, justice, friendship, and knowledge, with time carved out for silent reflection, question making, question airing, and building on one another’s thoughts and ideas. Kids who took the course increased math and reading scores by the equivalent of two extra months of teaching, even though the course was not designed to improve literacy or numeracy. Children from disadvantaged backgrounds saw an even bigger leap in performance: reading skills increased by four months, math by three months, and …

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Amazon Launches a STEM Club

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Amazon has launched a new monthly subscription program for kids. This program includes highly curated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) toys that will encourage kids to learn through play. What’s in a box? Amazon editors work closely with smart brands to handpick the best STEM toys. From programmable robots to crystal kits and chemistry sets. How much does it cost? A STEM Club Toy Subscription costs $19.99/month plus applicable taxes. You can cancel your subscription at any time. For more details go to the site.

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Hatchimals: The Hot Toy of the Season 

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Spin Master came up with the Hatchimals  toy concept in 2014 and officially “hatched” on Oct. 7, creating the “Global Hatchimals Day.”  They chose a secretive launch strategy, which helped build the anticipation and excitement for all the Hatchimal species. Since their introduction in October, Hatchimals have become the toy of the season – with the suggested retail price of $59.99 and quickly becoming a rare find. They are finding avid fans in both boys and girls ranging in age from 3 to 12 years old. Hatchimals are interactive, furry creature that hatch out of a colorful egg. They come in five species — Draggles and Pengualas (penguin-like), Owlicorns (owls with a unicorn horn) and Burtles and Bearakeets (little bears and turtles). If you can’t find one now, more will be available in 2017. 

World’s First Biodegradable Watch

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Luxury timepieces are just as important as sustainable timepieces. Geneva-based company Altanus conducted a four year research that resulted in a 100 percent eco-friendly watch, called Patch. Available at selected stores, including Madl’Or Horlogerie – Bijouterie in Monte Carlo and Old Village in Brighton, England. Costs about $33 (24 euros).