FINDING A MIDDLE GROUND WITH CHILDREN’S USE OF TECHNOLOGY      1700w

Most of us know that excessive amounts of technology screen time aren’t good for young children, but there are also a lot of benefits that can come from technology. As a parent of a young toddler, I know the importance it is for my child to be computer knowledgeable since technology is growing more and more involved in our futures. An interesting fact I found in an article by Business Insider states how Steve Jobs and Bill Gates wouldn’t allow their children to use technology until they are older. The two main people that everyone knows about and comes to mind when you think about this great creation of technology restrict their own kids the usage. It brings us to the question of what is the middle ground to children using technology and gaining the most from it?

I have found many apps that were educational for my daughter to use. One example is ABC Mouse or Homer. I see ABC Mouse used in the daycare she attends. It is a great app for children because they learn how to recognize colors, shapes, letters, writing, math and the app grows with the child and becomes more advanced as they learn more. I will be honest when I have things to do and need a distraction for the little one, I turn to the device and let her play with the different educational apps that seek my approval.I have also seen her benefiting from the educational apps in our conversations