This lesson is part of the Common Sense Media Digital Citizenship Curriculum | ||
Digital Citizenship Challenge | ||
Finding a healthy balance between the time we spend online and the time we spend away from the online world is an important aspect of using technology responsibly.
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Walenta, Tomasz. How Much Screen Time Is Safe for Teens? 17 Mar. 2017. Wall Street Journal, www.wsj.com/articles/how-much-screen-time-is-safe-for-teens-1489761563. Accessed 21 Oct. 2019. |
Keep track of how much tech you use in one day. Try these Apple and Android tips. | Turn off all screens for one hour before bedtime for a better night’s sleep. | Visit mother nature! Go outside without your tech for an hour to play, walk, or relax. |
Leave your phone at home for the school day and notice how your day changes. (discuss the benefits and challenges with your family). | Share a time management strategy that you already use with your advisory. | Charge your phone outside of your bedroom. |
Take a break to stand, stretch and blink your eyes every 20 minutes of screen use. | Write a letter or send a card via the mail to a friend or family member. | Try a healthy adjustment to your phone settings. |
Device Free Dinner Challenge |
How can you BE more present with friends and families and Take a break from screens?
Friday: Students and families are encouraged to practice media balance by taking a break from screens to engage in real-world experiences and quality time with their friends and family. Try some of these ideas:
Have a device-free dinner and focus on connecting as a family.
Take on a Phone-Free Day challenge as a family and commit to leaving the phone at home when family members go to school or work. Notice how your day changes and discuss the benefits and challenges together.
Have a family board game night instead of playing video games or watching TV.
Make a phone call or write a letter to a family member or friend instead of sending a text or email.
Spend time outside as a family and leave the phone behind. Thank you for participating in Digital Citizenship Week! Take good care of your body, mind and your relationships and enjoy the benefits of using technology in a healthy and balanced way.