Screens and Young Children

This article provides important tops for families to manage the ever-changing digital landscape.

Media use by young children, even those 2 years old and younger, continues to increase. It must be used appropriately in the right circumstances and at the right time.

A research study found that preschool-aged children who watched fast-paced television cartoons did less well at self-regulation, working memory, and other aspects of executive function.

This is a guidance brief on early learning and the use of technology to help families and early educators use technology to promote active, engaged, meaningful and socially interactive learning.

This article provides guidelines for families that focus on things parents can do related to technology use in families.

This article informs parents about recommendations on screen time for young children and provides tips on using media to support early learning.

This clinical report provides pediatric health care providers with evidence-based information that can be used to support caregivers as they choose toys for their children.

The position paper “Technology and Interactive Media as Tools in Early Childhood Programs Serving Children from Birth through Age 8” reviews findings on the effects of technology on young children and recommends educators use their professional judgment when considering their use. This site also lists online resources about technology and young children.

This articles reviews the research on kids and screens and gives recommendations for healthy screen use with children.