The Media Diet For Kids
Author: Louise O'Flynn, Teresa Orange Category: Family & Parenting ISBN: 9781401907686 Binding: Paperback Dimensions: 216 x 180 x 18 mm Number of Pages: 256
Everyone knows that children are spending too long in front of screens each day, whether they are watching TV, surfing the web or playing with gameboys. The book explains: – the health risks – physically, mentally and socially; – how to read the signs that reveal the impact that screen time is having on your child; – practical strategies for getting your child to limit their screen contact; – how to make their viewing more positive; Packed with tips for getting kids away from screen reality and helping them live a happier more vital life, this is essential reading for ALL parents.
Louise O'Flynn
Louise O'Flynn is a communications professional who has had twenty years' experience working with the national media. She is currently a freelance writer and media consultant. Amongst other subjects, she has researched and written a number of publications on children and the use of mobile phones previously she was Director of Public Affairs at Camelot where she was in charge of leading the campaign that successfully retained the lottery license.
Teresa Orange
Teresa Orange has a high-powered career in advertising. She is the industry spokesperson on advertising and marketing to children, working with brands such as Hasbro, Mattell, Disney, and Unilever. She is an expert qualitative researcher with an in-depth understanding of the ages of childhood development, childhood emotions and the relationship children have with brands and advertising.