Did you know that reading for just 30 minutes a day decreases stress? Storytime is a great calming activity for you and your family! So grab a book, or check out these digital resources for virtual storytime opportunities. Here are some of our favorite apps that help us keep calm. For Kids: GoNoodle FREE for Read More
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A Different Way to Develop a Love of Words
This is the part of our newsletter where normally we would send recommendations for books you can read with your child that explore our monthly topic. However, with libraries closed across the state, we would be remiss to not acknowledge that access to the books we recommend might be harder to come by this month. Read More
Ways You Can Help Your Child Develop Healthy Screen Habits
Set age-appropriate time limits for your child. Avoid digital media use (except video-chatting) in children younger than 18 to 24 months. For children 2 to 5 years of age, limit screen use to 1 hour per day of high-quality programming. Make screen time shared time. Read, watch, and play with your child when they’re using Read More
Books (and Apps) You’ll Love About Digital Media
From eBooks to apps, here are a few places to start for picking high-quality media. Sesame Street eBook collection (Toddler, Preschool) Available for free at sled.alaska.edu for all Alaskans, courtesy of the Alaska Dept. of Education and Early Development. Includes new and classic stories with your favorite Sesame Street characters in both English and Spanish. Tumblebooks eBook Read More
Kids & Media: Growing Up Digital
Smartphones. Apps. Tablets. iPads. Televisions. Netflix. YouTube. It seems like everywhere we turn a screen is waiting for us. It’s no different for our children. As a parent you play an important role in helping your child learn how to use digital media – think of yourself as a digital curator, uniquely positioned to filter the Read More
Digital Media Activities
Parent Activities Write a family media plan. Take The Three C’s quiz to become more mindful about technology use. Do a quality check on the apps your child uses now using the following tips. Tips for Picking Quality Digital Media Pick apps or TV shows that give you or an older sibling an opportunity Read More
