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>> "Do you know what kids do (in my experience, at least) if there is no TV around? They read." That's a pretty vast generalization and IMHO extremely wishful
by axod 18y ago
>> "Do you know what kids do (in my experience, at least) if there is no TV around? They read."
That's a pretty vast generalization and IMHO extremely wishful thinking. Is this from personal experience? eg your own kids?
When mine aren't watching TV, they're doing many other things - playing, reading, screaming, fighting, drawing, etc etc etc.
TV is but one activity, but I believe it's one they should certainly have in moderation.
- gruseom 18y agoIs this from personal experience? Yes, when I say "in my experience" I am generally referring to my personal experience. :) No doubt having a lot of books around, parents who read, and general encouragement to read are all factors as well.
- axod 18y agoYup I'd say those are the biggest factors. I dislike the notion that reading is somehow better than other activities though. Kids need a balanced diet. Socially, I'd argue that TV is better for kids than books.
- krakensden 18y agoI didn't have a television growing up, and I read. A lot.