navigating screen time and social media
This page provides a collection of tools, tips, and resources to help Wallowa County parents and caregivers guide children in developing healthy habits with technology. Whether you’re looking for ideas to set boundaries, create balance, or start conversations about online safety, you’ll find practical and nonjudgmental support here. Every family is different, and these resources are designed to help you make informed decisions that work best for yours.
RESOURCES
children and screens
Today’s most compelling questions about media’s impact on child development through interdisciplinary dialogue, objective, scientific research, and information-sharing.
screen time action network
A coalition of practitioners, educators, advocates, and parents working to promote a healthy childhood by reducing the amount of time kids spend with digital devices.
surgeon general report
This is a report from the Surgeon General on Social Media and Youth Mental Health
phone free schools movement
A collaborative movement by parents, educators, administrators, and students to support and implement effective phone-free policies for K-12 schools.
oregon health authority
Here are some resources with a focus on kids, mobile devices and social media
american academy of pediatrics
Visit the AAP's page on media and children. You can see research, statements, recommendations, and even a Family Media Plan.
1ooo hours outside
Inspiration and information to help you set aside screens and get outside. Nature play aids children is every area of development. If you want your child to thrive academically, socially, emotionally, and physically you have to build time into your life to spend outdoors.
