As a parent of an elementary school student in District 97, I am mindful of technology use at home. We don’t have iPads, limit TV time, and prioritize tech-free activities. But lately I’ve been ...

Despite warnings from early childhood experts against too much screen time, schools' reliance on educational technology for grade levels as low as transitional kindergarten has grown — and frustrated ...

At the height of the pandemic, nearly 93% of households with school-age children reported that their kids were involved in some form of "distance learning". "Screen use increased during the pandemic ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif., Aug. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- For families today, screen time is both a helpful tool and a growing concern. Digital tools offer convenience and access, but too often leave kids ...

As summer kicks off, many parents wonder; how do I keep my kids off screens and mentally active without breaking the bank? Karina Slaughter, Chief Early Learning Officer at Chicago Commons is here to ...

VERNON HILLS, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--In a recent survey conducted by educational toy company Learning Resources®, 70% of parents felt that children should start learning basic coding skills as early ...