As Recess Time Is Cut, the American Academy of Pediatrics Releases Updated Guidance

As recess time is cut, the American Academy of Pediatrics releases updated guidance

it's the favorite part of the day for many kids, and now, to their delight, there's a new push to make recess longer.

How to set healthy screen time limits for kids

newest guidance from the American Academy of Pediatrics makes one thing clear: there is no single “safe” number of screen hours that works for every child, because age, content, context and family routine all matter. That shift matters. Instead of treating screen time like a simple stopwatch problem, parents are being pushed to think about what screens are replacing: sleep, play, conversation, movement and attention. For younger children especia…