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Screen Time, Funny or Too True?

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How much screen time do you allow your children?

Moderation is key. Read more tips on The Media Diet.

Cory Graham is married to his university sweetheart and father of two children; (one bossy little girl and a new package born this September). Drawing Carl’s Life cartoons helps him to express that, what comes naturally to most, does not come naturally to all. All of life’s short comings are funny given enough distance and the right angle. Cory’s main philosophy is, “Live life and laugh at it”.

Come back next Saturday for another Carl’s Life Cartoon!

Julie g

Tuesday 14th of February 2012

I think the term "screen time" was invented when parents had to cover all their bases when grounding their children.

Julia

Saturday 4th of February 2012

Sad, but true.

Sheri

Saturday 4th of February 2012

My kids do love their screen time. I encourage other activities as well, and we have educational games on the electronics.

Lisa Gillespie

Saturday 4th of February 2012

We adopted a 6 year old who already really liked any kind of screen, so when he first started coming to visit us we had to establish limits quickly. We ended up letting him have half an hour after breakfast, lunch and supper. This includes TV, computer, Wii or DS. If he's ready early for school he can start early and get a little extra time, but he has to be ready to put on his coat and walk out the door. It's worked well for us. On long road trips we don't limit his screen time as much, which is good for everyone's sanity. :)