It's been TV-Turnoff Week and Turnoff Week. Now it's called Screen-Free Week, and the goal keeps expanding. From Monday, April 30, to Sunday, May 6, families across the United States are encouraged to not only turn off the TV, but all electronic media, including computers, electronic game systems, iPads, etc. and enjoy other activities. Are you wondering, "What does Screen-Free Week have to do with children's books?" You may be surprised at some of the research. Read my FAQ about Screen-Free Week. Then, consider the following question, "Is Screen-Free Week a good idea or is how much time your family spends with electronic media nobody's business but yours?" Finally, go to Readers Respond to answer the question and to see other people's answers.
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