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Exploring Play Through Tech (1/17/25)

Information Spotlight Exploring Play Through Tech (1/17/25)
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Common Sense Media's Information on Exploring Pay Through Tech

Common Sense Media created the following resources for families.

How to Make Meaningful Family Connections Using Media and Tech | Cómo usar los medios y la tecnología para reforzar los lazos familiares

Research shows that co-using media and technology with children has positive effects -- from early literacy skills and boosting empathy to critical thinking. Share this video to help parents and caregivers understand the benefits of using media together with their kids.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkBOB_n7CB4


Estudios demuestran que usar los medios y la tecnología con los niños tiene efectos positivos. Desde pre-lectura y desarrollar la empatía, hasta el pensamiento crítico. Ayuda a padres y cuidadores a entender estos efectos positivos con este video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALEjLUUAvzY

Setting Healthy Gaming Habits | Cómo cultivar hábitos de juego saludables

Gaming can be a fun way for kids to connect with others, be creative, and learn. If you're trying to make sense of the games your children are into, you can start with Common Sense's extensive guides on Roblox, Minecraft, and Fortnite. It's a good idea to set kids up for positive experiences by talking with them about safe online behavior and the importance of privacy. You can also have check-ins about the amount of time they spend gaming and help them set healthy limits.


Los juegos pueden ser una forma divertida para que los niños se conecten con otros, sean creativos y aprendan. Si estás tratando de entender los juegos que les gustan a tus hijos, puedes comenzar con las extensas guías de Common Sense sobre Roblox, Minecraft y Fortnite. Es una buena idea preparar a los niños para que tengan experiencias positivas hablando con ellos sobre cómo comportarse con seguridad en Internet y la importancia de la privacidad. También puedes verificar la cantidad de tiempo que pasan jugando y ayudarlos a establecer límites saludables.

Sites That Help Kids Do Good

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/sites-that-help-kids-do-good?utm_source=face

Best Creative Apps

Looking for tech to support in-class learning at home?


Creative apps and tools that let kids explore and express themselves
Apps or websites that offer a supportive, collaborative sharing space

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/lists/best-creative-apps?utm_source=face

Why Watching TV and Movies Is Better Together | Por qué ver televisión y películas juntos es mejor

URL Link Eng

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/articles/why-watching-tv-and-movies-is-better-together?utm_source=face


URL Link Sp

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/es/articulos/por-que-ver-television-y-peliculas-juntos-es-mejor?utm_source=face

Exploring Play Through Tech Parent Talk | Explorando el juego a través de la tecnología

URL Link Eng

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1M5YtIEBDxF73qeUBY8K9-CqpHH1AYJ1_snI_Wz2_-Xc/edit?usp=sharing


URL Link Sp

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1Hs6x039tviCJCbdChnZmGoLt1iZS8Cu9wNCmS2rJfqg/edit?usp=drive_link

Please send Ellen and Kim your trusted resources.
Manville School Caregiver Program

Ellen Sandoval, LICSW, EdM (she, her, hers)

Director of Family Engagement & Support

Hablo espanol

esandoval@bakercenter.org

(617) 278-4251


Kim Smith (she, her, hers)

Family Partner ksmith@bakercenter.org


Manville School

The Baker Center for Children and Families
53 Parker Hill Avenue, Boston, MA 02120

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