Regarding Screen Time

There needs to be a balance, don't you think?

Children have more access than ever to technology, starting at increasingly younger ages. I don't know a single parent who hasn't been surprised to discover their little one performed some surprise feat on the phone, the tablet, or the computer. (Often we not only can't figure out how the little one did it, but how we are expected to undo it!)

Like I said, there needs to be a balance. More isn't always better.

I believe that technology is a powerful tool and our children should develop the skills required to use it effectively. I do not believe that all screen time is equal. I especially do not want to create zombies out of my own children because of injudicious use of screen time.

That's what I like about Little Bird Tales, and why I used it even before I was a part of the team. I love the integration of print and speech to scaffold my children's language acquisition. I love the open-ended possibility in each tale. I love that my children create, and in doing so share with me what's important to them in a way that a conversation can't.

Choose wisely. Choose technology that will engage your children. Choose creating over watching. I hope your children surprise you with what's in their minds once you allow them to foster and express it.

Getting Started

Getting started with Little Bird Tales is as easy as 1-2-3! Check out our demo video to see just how easy it is: