Though for grown-ups computer has turned out to be an essential electronic item, it is still a debate as to whether kids too should have access to computers. In fact we still question ourselves innumerable times as parents if it is feasible to buy this wonder machine for the children of the house who consider it is as nothing short of fascinating.
Nowadays, every household has at least one computer and some have as many as three or four to cater to every member of the family. Hence, unlike the baby boomer and eco boomer generations, for contemporary kids, a computer is definitely not a novelty but an integral part of the household. Using a computer comes as naturally to today’s child as gulping down his feed or exploring the various nooks and corners of the house.
Computer, no doubt, is an interesting gadget when compared with toys, friends and other modes of entertainment that the child has access to and with age this use can only increase. It is also at this stage that this device needs to be used always under parental control and guidance so that it never turns out as an addiction or creates a negative impact on the child.
In order to ensure that the computer remains a friend to your child, it is mandatory to set limits on the duration of usage. This can vary as per the age of the child and more importantly must not interfere with his daily gross motor activities. Monitoring the amount of time spent at the computer will also preserve the visual and physical health of the child and prevent onset of fatigue, distraction and anxiety.
If you want your children to become efficient professionals in the future you should ensure that they are proficient in using computers. At the same time, as a parent you have the power to decide whether you want your child to benefit from computers or to suffer because of it and this is all about the guidance which you provide to your children.
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