Alberta Education - parent friendly info and support for their child's school curriculum
Please use this link to access the Alberta Education website for parent friendly information on the learning outcomes for your child.
https://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mychildslearning/
Setting limits on screen time
The Canadian Pediatric Society’s position on the maximum amount of time a child should spend in front of the television between 1-2 hours per day. AAP takes an even stronger stance, saying that allowable “screen time” shouldn’t just take in television, but all devices; smartphones, computers, gaming devices, tablets, etc.
While there is still discussion between experts about the appropriate amount of screen time, experts all agree that it is wise to limit the time children spend on digital activities while finding a balance with other activities.
Making wise choices for our children’s media diet