Screen Time vs. Digital Literacy: What’s the Difference, and Why Does It Matter?
In today’s tech-driven world, many parents worry about the impact of screen time on their child’s development. While screens are a part of modern life, there’s a big difference between passive screen time and intentional, educational digital literacy activities. At Kids Academy, we believe that digital literacy, when approached thoughtfully, can be a powerful tool for learning. Through our Lifelong Learning Curriculum, we use digital tools to enrich children’s education in a balanced, developmentally appropriate way.
In this post, we’ll explore the difference between screen time and digital literacy and share some tips on how to balance screen exposure with purposeful, educational digital interactions.
School Readiness: 4 Areas of Focus at Kids Academy
Starting school is a big milestone in a child’s life! Ensuring children are ready for school involves more than just academic preparation. School readiness encompasses a broad spectrum of skills and abilities that collectively set the stage for a successful educational journey. In this post, we will outline the four critical areas that children focus on to achieve school readiness: emotional confidence, social connectivity, foundational learning, and physical health and wellbeing.
Supporting The Progression To Big School
With Graduation done and dusted, you and your child may be nervous about the transition into Big School. Here are five tips to support your child with this significant milestone and set them up for success.