Archive for November, 2009

ToyBox Radio: Raising Smart Kids Part 2

Thursday, November 26th, 2009

It has now come out that videos and learning tools for babies is not advantageous to raising smart children.  In this episode we talk about what you can do to raise smart babies without Baby Einstein.

 
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ToyBox Radio: TV Ban Part 2

Sunday, November 22nd, 2009

In this episode we continue our discussion about the American Association of Pediatrics banning TV in children under the age of 2.

 
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ToyBox Radio: TV ban in Children under 2

Wednesday, November 18th, 2009

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that kids under 2 years old not watch any TV and that those older than 2 watch no more than 1 to 2 hours a day of quality programming.

The first 2 years of life are considered a critical time for brain development. TV and other electronic media can get in the way of exploring, playing, and interacting with parents and others, which encourages learning and healthy physical and social development.

Today’s radio show discusses the pros and cons…

 
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