TV/educational application suggestions?

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Yes, we have no cable either...the other TV in the house is rarely on. I love the yoga ideas and the video ideas! As for the question on Parent reaction: Of course, didn't have a TV before, but honestly have never thought to promote my space as TV free. We would wander upstairs before for the odd movie (for my group that means about 10 min. Max of sitting still viewing) time (usually in conjunction with PJ Friday's). I'll be keeping an ear out for any negative feedback for sure.

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Yes, we have no cable either...the other TV in the house is rarely on. I love the yoga ideas and the video ideas! As for the question on Parent reaction: Of course, didn't have a TV before, but honestly have never thought to promote my space as TV free. We would wander upstairs before for the odd movie (for my group that means about 10 min. Max of sitting still viewing) time (usually in conjunction with PJ Friday's). I'll be keeping an ear out for any negative feedback for sure.

If you have never labelled your daycare as TV FREE then I doubt anyone would be concerned. I've just had a large number of parents who during the telephone interview stage ask me if there is a tv in the daycare space. Those are the people who would likely not be okay with a tv. Each to their own. I think technology has its place and everything in moderation is fine. I was heavily restricted in this department as a child and so now I'm a bit of a junkie if I allow myself. My husband on the other hand grew up with tv on all the time and he is rarely interested in it now. I think any parent who has a concern is really just worried about viewing time. The fear of being babysat by the tv all day which probably does happen sometimes. Maybe even putting together an info sheet on how it is used along with other technology would curb their worry, likely open their eyes to how productive it can be. My friends younger brother was all but deaf till he was 3 when he had grommets put in his ears. He really struggled to learn to talk until his therapist suggested particular tv shows and wow what a difference in his vocabulary once that became a regular component of his learning program. So that is a perfect example of how it can be very positive. I wouldn't worry though, I'm sure your families will be fine. I just remember when I started business nearly every parent asked me about tv. I even have a policy in my contract. I'm a paper person all the way, but my son uses a lot of software for learning and enrichment which is so vital for his success. Anyone with a child who loves math or logical reasoning should check out spirit math-JK+ (app or online), dream box Pre K-JK+ (app) and Math genie (online). bbc kids also has some great games to teach touch typing with sounds and music. I'm sure they'd have all sorts of other games and shows too. Okay so they are more computer oriented but if you hooked it up to the tv you could utilize more things without necessarily having to invest more money into buying add ons.