Hide the remote control. Remove the TV set from your child's bedroom. A television in the bedroom draws children away from family activities and distracts them from homework, thinking, reading, and sleeping. In addition, parents may find it difficult to monitor programs that are inappropriate or unhealthy. Keep the TV off during dinner.
Meals are a great time for conversation.
Place clear limits on television viewing. Try to restrict viewing to a half-hour per day or one hour every other evening. Explain your rules in positive, concrete terms. Avoid using TV as a babysitter. Involve children in household activities and meal preparation.