The Three C's

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Ask Yourself:

Are the characters modeling positive social skills?

Is the app designed to promote conversation or help build language skills?

Does the TV program promote off-screen comments or questions?

Does the online game encourage creative off-screen play, imagination, and exploration?

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Ask Yourself:

Are media replacing calming routines that could help during naptime?

Do you create moments to engage with media with a child?

After screen time, are there chances to talk about what was seen or played?

Are screen media used during meal times in a way that stops conversation?

Do you tune out and miss cues from children when using your devices or screen media?

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Ask Yourself:

Do you see particular media experiences assisting a child’s motor skills, social skills, or language development?

If you find that your child gets upset when watching certain types of content, do you watch with him/her or choose new content?

Are you paying attention or asking enough questions to tell whether your child is engaged?