Screen time how much is too much? Interview w/ Ash Brandin TheGamerEducator recs for kids age 5-11

There's a negative connotation around children and screen time. But does there have to be? This interview will reframe how you think about the way children interact with video games. Learn how to have a positive approach that teaches children how to manage their relationship with technology over time.
Natalie interviewed Ash Brandin from TheGamerEducator to find out how to impost limits, make a media plan that works for your family, and feel guilt free about screen time. Screen time recommendations have changed a lot and can be confusing.
Parents, learn the recommendations for screen time for children that are preschoolers, kindergartners, 5 years old, 6 years old, 7 years old, 8 years old, 9 years old, 10 years old, and 11 years old
Ash Brandin is the founder of TheGamerEducator
Insta: / thegamereducator
Website: thegamereducator.com/
Resources from this video:
🔹 AAP Media Plan: www.healthychildren.org/Engli...
🔹 Make your own family media plan: www.healthychildren.org/engli...
🔹 Division of Responsibility in eating: dietitianmeetsmom.com/the-div...
Article used in thumbnail: www.theguardian.com/lifeandst...
00:00 Screen time how much is too much? Interview w/ Ash Brandin TheGamerEducator recommendations for kids age 5-11
02:00 Screen time recommendations for children in elementary school
03:12 How to make a screen time media plan for your family
04:36 Will screen time recommendations change again?
05:35 How do you feel about a zero screen policy?
07:26 Look at trends over a few weeks
09:25 How can we reframe the negativity around screen time for parents?
11:54 Remove judgement from kids screen time
14:04 What is the best approach for parents with their children's screen time?
15:36 Not all education apps are created equal
18:52 Do I need to consider how much time my child spent in front of screens at school?
20:45 How to observe your child's relationship with screens
23:56 My child plays too many video games. What should I do?
26:15 Using the Division of Responsibility to place limits on screen time
30:32 Treat screens as a neutral option
31:05 Scarcity mindset and making a realistic routine
32:55 Why do kids get obsessed with video games?
34:13 Setting kids up for success...by letting them fail
36:05 What video games are you playing?
37:29 Where to find Ash Brandin @TheGamerEducator

[@PrimaryFocus]

Do you feel like your approach to managing screen time is working? Are there changes you want to make after watching this interview?

[@notablysara]

You’re so right about the negative energy/connotation surrounding screen time in public! Society has totally shamed parents when it comes to screen time. When in reality we are only seeking a glimpse of their everyday life and screen time in general. Thank you for having this important conversation!

[@PrimaryFocus]

yes! It's frustrating to see the shame built up around tools we are using constantly, Ash's approach is so refreshing

[@sritzonyoutube]

So much to take away from this incredible conversation. Our family is trying to find that “right balance” of screen time at home that works for us and it is 100% a science project in process. Though it feels hard now it is neat that there’s failures to be witnessed and improved upon by us the parents and the children together.

[@PrimaryFocus]

Yes exactly- every day is a new day and your children’s needs and ability to manage screen time will change over time. Thanks for watching! 😄

[@cordeliamanis8636]

One of my daughters loved playing the Sims, but really only the house designing part of the game. When she discovered that there was a real career doing what she loved, she decided at the age of 10 that she wanted to do that. She's now a successful interior architect, and 100% credits the computer game for her success.

[@PrimaryFocus]

I love that! What a great example, it’s amazing to see how childhood fun can turn into a passionate career

[@angelasnyder1519]

A simple approach is typically the best approach! You can always tweak along the way.

[@PrimaryFocus]

absolutely! and that leaves space for flexibility every day

[@gflowers]

Really important topic, love this!

[@PrimaryFocus]

Thank you!