I think we all know that too much screen-time can be a problem. It has been linked to developmental delays in babies and mental health and relationship issues in older children and teens. If your family has struggled with how to limit screens in a constructive way, here are a few tips on how to change habits and shift to healthier activities.

About Janice

Janice Campbell, a lifelong reader and writer, loves to introduce students to great books and beautiful writing. She holds an English degree from Mary Baldwin College, and is the graduated homeschool mom of four sons. You’ll find more about reading, writing, planning, and education from a Charlotte Mason/Classical perspective at her websites, EverydayEducation.com, Excellence-in-Literature.com, and DoingWhatMatters.com.

Resources

Screen Sanity: Raising Happy, Healthy Kids In A Digital World

A Thomas Jefferson Education by Oliver DeMille

Parents and Children by Charlotte Mason (#2 in the Home Education series)

Ambleside Online - Free lesson plans for creative activities, including artist study, music/composer study, nature study, and poetry study

Tips to Reduce Screen Time

Printable Screen-Time Chart

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