television and children

Explores the pros and cons of children watching TV.

Explores the pros and cons of children watching TV.

It is Television-Turnoff Week, and Zeke and his friends are wondering what they will do with their time without their favorite programs and videogames.

Looks at how the use of violence in television, movies, and video games is affecting children; examines scientific research which links graphic imagery and the escalating incidence of youth violence; and discusses what parents can do to keep their children safe.

Explores the affect of television on the intellectual growth of children from birth to the age of five, discussing attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, autism, mental engagement, learning from audiovisual media, background television, language development, educational programs, character development, screen-based toys, obesity, and setting limits.

Offers advice and specific guidelines for assisting parents and children ages two through fourteen in making good choices when watching television or using online computer resources.

Explores the use of critical thinking to analyze differing views about the effects of television on children in the home and in the classroom.