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Topic: Computers, Television, and Technology

Technology changes our lives, affects our health, and impacts our learning. To keep up with all the issues surrounding computers, television, and technology it pays to have resources you can trust.

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Fun Family Ideas: Discover Realia at Your Local Library

Have you checked out your local library lately? Discover "realia," non-book items available for kids that encourage preschooler and toddler learning. Read on for more fun family ideas.

Computers Should Be a Part of Early Childhood Education

In this high-tech world, there are many benefits for introducing computers to young children. This topic continues to be one of the major education issues in school. The key is for parents to be involved.

Television Violence and Children Don't Mix: How to Set Limits

Three experts offer advice on how much TV is too much. Television violence and children don't mix, but some TV may be okay, if it doesn't compete with family home activities.

The Best Computer Games Teach and Encourage Fitness for Children

Some computer games teach kids about combat and car chases, while others encourage fitness or learning. Make sure you know which games are being used by your kids after school.

Family Ideas for Limiting Television Time

If you want to encourage personal health and wellness for your child, then you'll need to turn off the television. Recent research shows television contributes to children becoming overweight.

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