Media Balance is Important
How do we find a happy balance between our online and offline activities?
OVERVIEW Students consider the feelings of themselves and others when making decisions about when, where, and how much to use technology.
Key Vocabulary:
balance - having equal weight or importance of something
device - an electronic piece of equipment like a phone, tablet, or laptop
OVERVIEW Students consider the feelings of themselves and others when making decisions about when, where, and how much to use technology.
Key Vocabulary:
balance - having equal weight or importance of something
device - an electronic piece of equipment like a phone, tablet, or laptop
Your kid is learning about media balance!
What does that mean? They're learning to ... ● "Pause for people" and stop using devices when someone wants to talk. ● Know when it's time to move their bodies and go outside to play. ● Turn off screens before bedtime. ● Ask before they use a device, and stay on trusted sites and apps. ● Listen to their feelings and tell an adult if something makes them uncomfortable. |
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