No Tv for kids?
By checapricorn
@checapricorn (16061)
United States
June 10, 2008 6:48am CST
Do you allow your kids to watch TV during school days? How long? I remember some of my friends have the policy as"no tv" during weekdays so the kids will focus on doing their assignments,projects and studying in advance for their lesson and after doing there works, they can sleep early. I have observed that it gives great results as far as the academic performance of the kids is concern.
DO you have the same policy to your kids? or do you allow them to watch TV with a limited time?
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31 responses
@cupid74 (11388)
• Pakistan
11 Jun 08
Well, my kids are still too young to go to school, but i am sure i will let them play, watch tv, along with studies as well. i will just focus thenm that during class they must be attentive.
i believe every thing is important for their grooming. only studies all the time might not be good as persoonality development is concern
its my point of view
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hi cupid, Thanks for this very sharing, truly to have a whole rounded personality will not just focus on one or two aspects...We have to consider the normal growth of a child and let them enjoy whatever will make them happy and explore life as long as parents are there to guide all the way! I know my friends' children miss a lot but so far I have not seen any problem they encounter, hope they will be able to realize how to loosen their rules for the kids!
@lkbooi (16070)
• Malaysia
11 Jun 08
I encouraged my kids to have some amusements during their school days. Other than having an hour outdoor activities during weekdays I would like them to pick their favorite tv cartoons but only for an hour only. These could refresh their brains so that they could do better in their studies besides improving their health in general.
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@lkbooi (16070)
• Malaysia
11 Jun 08
Hi che, you are most welcome. Nowadays many parents here tend to emphasize on academic result in examination and tend to ignore physical and mental development. As a result I am afraid that this might lead to the poor development of sociality of the children. I notice that there are many children tv programs are rather creative which will bring fun, inspiration and knowledge to the kids. If children are forced to study all the time without any amusement they will soon lose interest in study.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
YOu hit it correctly lkbooi, excellent opinion. I have to relay this information to my friends..or else their kids will miss a lot in this world! cheers!
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hello lkbooi,
Thanks for sharing, I know each parent has different strategy and policy and I like yours really. My friends' style is quite unfair also for the kids, anyway, I have observed that their kids also were able to accept it already and doing excellent in their academic
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@kaleegirl45 (1515)
• United States
10 Jun 08
Hi Checapricorn,
I use to do that, I would tell her no TV until her homework was done. It work for a while, Now she is in high school and she spends her time on the computer, writing her stories. I've told her, she is old enough to know what she has to do. and if her grade drops, I will take her phone, laptop and ipod. So she know better that for to happen. She is doing good.
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
10 Jun 08
Hello kaleelgirl, I understand now that she is in High School, the way you raise her when she was still a kid surely helps her to be more responsible over things and to know her priorities, It's a good training now for her to be fully charge of her schedule, Good strategy!
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
10 Jun 08
I know sometimes it's hard to do that to the kids especially when you see her sad about it but that is a very healthy sanctions for her to develop good values! Keep it up!
@kaleegirl45 (1515)
• United States
10 Jun 08
thank you, it has happen where she has gotten bad grades and this is when I have taken everything away from her, until she bring up her grades. One time, it took her a week to bring up her grade, from a D to a C. at the end of the week, she got everything back.
@jairgirl (2877)
• United States
10 Jun 08
hello che,
i dont have a kid yet but my hubby and i talked about the things we will allow our kids in the future.
i dont think that "NO TV" at weekdays is fair as i know it is important too to have a normal life just have to make sure that we have limitations and we monitor what goes on the tv as well as on the computer.
we both love to watch and i think if you will teach your kids how to better manage and be responsible about their time and action they will be more matured and know their limitations at an early age.
my man and i believe that we should all enjoy our time as a kid and we shouldnt set a rules that we know will hurt our kids in a manner that it will hurt us if we are in their position, you have to remember the stuff you hate when you are a kid and the kind of life that is appropriate for them.
moderation and openness is very important IMHO and that a parent should always know when to say NO and YES and stand by it no matter what.
hope i give you a good insight of our future plan LOL
takecare
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hi jairgirl, Thanks for that, very open-minded and great plan ahead...I agree with what you have said, depriving them to enjoy it at early age may have some disadvantage in their growth, anyway, I have not seen any problems encountered by my friends but for me a little freedom is better!
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
I agree maybe I have to express also what I learned here and relay it to my friend that depriving the kids to enjoy life will surely affect in their personality development!
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
10 Jun 08
Hello cream,
I know it is also beneficial to expose them in any shows for them to interact with friends once they will start sharing about TV stuff!
@mary463 (145)
• India
11 Jun 08
No tv for kids? I think is not at all possible because when kids want to saw some special programmes if we are not allowing them to saw it,that will create some negative attitude in them.So apart from no tv, limitations to see the programme is better i think so.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hello mary,
I have really 4 friends who are doing that to their kids but only during school days. And during summer time or longer than that, it will be agreed already, they will talk to their kids already why they need to do it and so far, they have no problem about it, but weekends, they give unlimited time for the kids to play games or watch TV...Thanks for your view and having limitations is great too once they will finish their assignments earlier!
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
12 Jun 08
Correct, it should start from the very beginning so that it will not be hard for them to adopt it! Thanks!
@mary463 (145)
• India
12 Jun 08
I am mention about one general matter,if it is OK to your children and for your 4 friends children .It's nice.But what about the other children in your kids class .For that is it OK? I have two kids .They are not at the age to seeing this TV .I am talking about those children if their parents close the TV before them to study ,they may go to sleep at night without eating a cup of water.I am telling that if parents wanted to do the way that you people are doing,that habit must begin from the first day of the school,Then it is not at all a problem,I think so.......
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@lovespecialangel (3632)
• United States
12 Jun 08
I don't have that kind of policy. My kids come home from school, eat a snack, do their homework, do their chores, and then they can play games or watch TV or just play until it's time for Supper, baths, and bed time. It's always worked good since my kids are all AB honor roll children.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
12 Jun 08
wow! That's great lovespecialangel, I am sure they are fast learner for accomplishing task early and still have time to watch TV or play! Thanks for sharing!
@jeanniemay (1798)
• Philippines
11 Jun 08
I don't have kids yet and if I have, I will ensure I have that policy. LOL. Remembering those younger days, yes, my parents have that strict policy. We had our TV when I reached almost 6th grade so just imagine our thirst for watching tv, very addicted! LOL. Even during my high school days, tv is only allowed to be open during weekends, no tv even on Sundays. We have no choice but to read our books and stay at the library to read and read. It has become a habit though and thanks to my parents for that good policy implementation on no TV on weekdays. I would agree on that policy myself even so that reading is slowly declining among the young ones, it is alarming.
Nice discussion, my friend!
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
12 Jun 08
Hello jeanniemay, I know it is very effective and give good results for those who have tried it. But, others who were not exposed on this policy will find it hard to adopt! Cheers!
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@gr8life (6251)
• Malaysia
31 Jul 08
Hello checapricorn,
I can't really give my opinion on this as I only have a two years old son. But my son, though still at young age, starts to love TV. He will sit comfortably on the sofa and watch his favorite programs. I have no idea what it would be in the future but I will definitely keep a close watch on his behavior. I think most kids love to watch TV and I won't set a rule for my son unless it will affect his studies.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
31 Jul 08
Hi gr8life,
That is great also! I mean I have friends who are not setting rules to their kids since the kids are getting great grades even if those kids are working their school stuff and at the same time watching TV...We have multi-tasker person! LOL! Thanks for sharing!
@jpso138 (7851)
• Philippines
15 Jun 08
My son is five years old. Basically I allow him to watch tv all the time. But of course he has to do his homework first. He is now in Kinder 1. In his nursery schooling he had good and wonderful grade results. For as long as he is doing fine, then I don't see any problem if he watches tv.
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
15 Jun 08
Hello jpso, thanks for sharing, I know other kids are quite fast learned and multi-taker at their young age and will be able to handle things. Great for your kid!
@gemini_rose (16264)
•
14 Jun 08
My kids are allowed to watch cartoons when they come in from school, it is their time to relax and I will not take that away from them. They spend 6 and a half hours in school so they are entitled to relax a bit.
However, if they do have homework then I simply take them into the other room away from the tele and we sit and do it together.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
15 Jun 08
Hi gemini, that's good that you have time for them, I guess that is what every child is needed, as assistance but oftentimes with my friends, they are busy with other stuff and failed to assist their kids, but, older siblings are there!
@ruby222 (4847)
•
22 Jun 08
You will probably remeber from earlier conversations Che that my kids are now adults!!..but im sure looking back that I was a slothful mother you know!!!I didnt restrict the tv for the kids..they just watched as they pleased ..and often I would peek in late and night and they would be doing homework that they should have done earlier...and I just used to kiss goodnight and close the door...I think my theory behind this all was that if they truly wanted to work and study they would do.Well I count myself as being very fortunate as they all three went on to do extremely well at school..and have made us more than proud...but I think if it were my grandchildren now I would maybe see that they didnt watch quite as much tv...
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
22 Jun 08
Wow, what a great kids before ruby..LOL! I guess this rule should depend also on kids attitude and if they are responsible enough, then freedom is for them..LOL!
@lixiaos77 (1030)
• Shijiazhuang, China
31 Jul 08
I do agree that we should limit the time of watching TV. Kid like to watch child program and the programs are also wonderful. If you help them to make a plan, i believe they can obey the orrangement with your inspection. But don't let them addict to video games, i know a lot of kids have been ruined by video games.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
31 Jul 08
I agree! Thanks for sharing lixiaos, I know if everyone will do this, we will have a very responsible kids! I mean if all parents will help their kids follow a certain routine in life!
@pratikdas (52)
• India
29 Oct 08
hey i m totally against this thought ...
why kids shoukd be kept away from tv
i think its their righe damnnnn
i m wid kids they are growing yaar and its is nessesecsry for them to see tv atleast they learn from it....
tv is a inspiration to them about tecnology
i m telling all this because i loved wathing tv while i was kid and my parents also obstacted me from it so i know the pain yarr]
so this is for all kiddzzz
CARRY ONNNNN...............
@katsmeow1213 (28716)
• United States
4 Nov 08
The only way children will learn anything from TV is if they watch the news (which is too explicit for young ones) or the history channel or National Geographic or something. Other than that, most children's programming doesn't teach them anything. They'll learn more by spending time with family, friends, getting excersize, and reading books.
Be thankful your parents cared enough about you to not allow you to become a TV watching, couch potato zombie. Children who watch too much TV usually end up with health problems and obesity due to lack of excersize!
@lingli_78 (12822)
• Australia
11 Jun 08
well, i used to be put in a dormitary when i am doing my secondary school in singapore where they have very strict rules... no TV at all from monday to friday, whole day TV for saturday and TV only until 7 pm on sunday because we have school again on monday... and my auntie actually keep the TV cable away to make sure that nobody is watching TV on weekdays... i think i am going to enforce the same rules when i have children in the future as it really gives good results... take care and have a nice day...
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hi lingli,
I know for some parents it will be hard but for those who were the product of this policy, it will not be hard to implement and understand. I agree with good results since I have known few people who were very successful with No Tv policy during their studies!
@winterose (39887)
• Canada
11 Jun 08
when my son was young he came home from school, and watched his tv cartoons and had a snack, then he ate supper and watched tv for an hour, then did his home work, by 8 o'clock he was in bed, in the summer he went out and played after supper and came in time to do his homework take a bath and go to bed.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hello winterose, Wow, great schedule for him, I agree about that, after school having a break before doing his work again..Thanks for sharing!
@magrylouyu (1627)
• United States
10 Jun 08
My children are only 3,4 and 5. I will admit the tv is on quite alot but doesnt mean they pay attention to it. They are usually off doing their own thing. They just like the noise in the back ground. I dont really have a set bedtime yet. When the 2 oldest were in pre school bed time was 8pm sharp! No questions about it. Now for the summer it's usually about 10pm because of the heat. I've also noticed with a late bed time they sleep in later as well (9:15am). So they are getting plenty of rest for the busy hot day ahead of them. Once they are in 1st grade and up yes I will limit the TV and bed time will be 8PM.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
10 Jun 08
Hello magrylouyu, I understand about the summer heat for kids and for us also. Makes us more restless..Anyway, at least you have that plan already since we all know that most of the times, when they are not supervised well, it will really ruin their study habit! Thanks for sharing!
@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hello dhangski, at least they will be working hard to finish their assignments for them to enjoy TV..good strategy too!
@vicneedscoffee (1259)
• United States
10 Jun 08
My 12 year old daughter is very good about getting her work done and a voracious reader. She is free to watch TV as she wishes. She would rather be out playing than watching TV so I don't worry about it. A lot of times I see her reading a book and not even watching whatever is on. If it ever became an issue I would limit it. As long as she is being responsible, though I see no reason to.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hi vicneedscoffee, That is great attitude then, being responsible on whatever task assigned to her...I know you don't need to set rules for that..LOL, but, you are correct when problems arises at least you know when to set limitations..Thanks!
@JBKnutsen (425)
• Northern Mariana Islands
11 Jun 08
Your idea of no TV is terrible. You take a lot away from them.
Actually, I think you got some problems, while all the other kids watch TV, and might discuss the shows they've seen, your kids just stand there, and can't discuss it because they aren't allowed to watch TV.
Do you watch TV on weekdays? If you do, they should also. And TV can be educational.
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@checapricorn (16061)
• United States
11 Jun 08
Hello JBKnutsen, I understand what you mean, I have no kids and this post was inspired by my friends who are having that policy for their kids. They agreed that policy to the kids and so far, they have no problem about it,I know it is quite unfair to the kids who miss educational shows but the parents priorities are different and I respect it! Thanks for sharing!