Media and Your Child

Managing Your Child's Media Diet

• Managing Your Child's Screen Time
• Bright Ideas from Our Readers: Regulating Screen Time
• Internet Survival Tips for Parents and Teachers
• What the Media Is Selling to Kids
• Talking to Kids About Junk Food and Fast-Food Ads

How Media Matters to Kid's Health

• Physical Health: The Media Link to Obesity, Risky Diets
• Violence and Aggression: Media Mayhem Affects Kids
• Sexual Behavior: What Teens Learn From Media
• Addictive Behaviors: Smoking, Drinking and Media
• Social and Emotional Health: Media Role Models

Tips for Raising a Reader

• Our Book Picks for Kids, Grades K-5
• How to Read With Your Child
• 'But Mom, I Hate to Read!' — Tips for Reluctant Readers
• It's Not Just for Oprah: Book Clubs for Kids
• One Mom's Favorites for Kids' Book Clubs

Your Child and Technology

• Can MySpace Be Good for Kids?
• Get the FAQ About Cyberbullying
• What to Consider Before Buying a Computer
• When to Get Your Child a Cell Phone
• Bright Ideas from Our Readers: Cell Phone Use

Ask the Experts

Q: How can I help my child improve his reading this summer? Read the answer

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