Internet and screen-based activities and play… finding a balance

Most families want to find a reasonable balance between time spent on screens and time for other types of play and activities, including family time. Having access to screens at home can be used in positive ways. However, spending all day on screens can have negative effects, as well as providing your child with important opportunities and experiences .

This IPA play in crisis publication pulls together ways to help your child find a healthy balance between internet and screen-based activities and play during the Coronavirus pandemic.