The potential impact on physical health. The potential impact on language development. The potential impact on behavior and imagination. The balance in your child's life. Media Violence Media violence is another critical concern for many parents.
Facts are highly debated on both sides of the issue.
The National Association for the Education of Young Children has a brochure on the topic of media violence. Specifically written for parents and a general audience, the brochure discusses why children are especially vulnerable to the effects of media violence, describes these effects and provides suggestions for parents to make television viewing a constructive activity. Together Reading together can be a highlight for both children and parents. Often adults read regularly to younger children but quit once they can read on their own. School-age kids enjoy snuggling up to a good story with you.