

Managing Screen Time and Getting Kids Outside With Steven Rinella
13 snips Dec 11, 2022
In this discussion, Steven Rinella, conservationist and host of MeatEater, shares insights from his book, Outdoor Kids in an Inside World. He emphasizes the importance of balancing screen time with outdoor activities for children’s development. Steven shares practical tips for getting families engaged with nature and discusses the influence of self-awareness on parenting. He touches on the joys of outdoor adventures and the necessity of creating a supportive environment for kids to thrive, both physically and emotionally.
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Stimulating Outdoor Interest with Screens
- Use screens deliberately to stimulate outdoor interests.
- Watch videos about places you plan to visit to build excitement.
The Gravity of Screens
- Screens exert a strong pull on children, amplified by readily available media.
- Acknowledge this "gravity" instead of condemning technology.
Intentional Media Consumption
- Encourage intentional media consumption instead of passive viewing.
- Guide children to actively choose content with a purpose.