There are moments in life when the phrase "whatever you make fun of, you end up doing" comes disguised as a wise teacher knocking on your door with a sarcastic smile.

Why?

Because I thought that as a parent, I would escape the ease of technology, but in practice, theory pales. After I stopped fighting the monster, I decided to make peace with it, applying the principle of "everything in moderation".

What the experts say

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, children up to 18 months should not have any contact with screens. From 2 to 5 years old, screen time should not exceed one hour per day and, of course, under supervision. From the age of 6 and onwards, parental control and setting limits on the time and space that children can use the device are important.

Benefits

Once the appropriate boundaries are set as mentioned above, we can talk about the benefits that can arise from the use of Tablets.

Some of these include:

• Enhancement of language skills

Research findings indicate the positive impact of tablets on children's language skills. There are various applications designed to improve early oral and written language ability, as well as reading comprehension.

• Education

A tablet offers children many educational movies and books, providing them with an entertaining way of learning. Additionally, there is a plethora of puzzle games available, which enhance children's thinking abilities and contribute to the understanding of various subjects.

For older children, such as teenagers, a tablet can help them in preparing presentations, completing their assignments, and storing their books in a single gadget.

With so many entertaining applications designed to make learning more attractive and enjoyable, parents can let their children learn independently, knowing that their minds are acquiring a wide range of educational skills that will benefit their learning now and in the future.

• Technology exposure

Tablets are an educational tool that can help children develop their technology skills, a skill that is valuable today and expected to become even more important in the future. Technology is predicted to become a significant part of education in the coming years, and therefore it is important for children to become familiar with it from a young age.

In many schools abroad, tablets are already being used, with about three-quarters of them incorporating educational games for children, either in the classroom or remotely when they cannot physically be present in school. This can, for example, encourage an interest in learning programming.

Based on the above, let's take a look at some Tablet suggestions for children.

Alternative Choice

Before making any purchase, check the features of the device to make sure it has special software and functions for children, like the above Tablets.

Finally, I won't tell you something you don't know. I understand that it is often difficult to resist the convenience of a Tablet. Your daily life is difficult, not all days are the same, and there will be times when you won't be able to adhere to strict rules because...yes, say it, shout it! "I am human too!"

But it's okay,

Keeping in mind all the positives that a child can gain from technology by setting clear boundaries from the beginning with small doses of exceptions, the child will benefit, and so will you!