{"id":86,"date":"2026-09-02T16:03:37","date_gmt":"2026-09-02T20:03:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lucys-garden-gang-1300ade.ingress-bonde.ewp.live\/?page_id=86"},"modified":"2026-09-03T16:04:29","modified_gmt":"2026-09-03T20:04:29","slug":"resources-for-parents","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/lucysgardengang.com\/?page_id=86","title":{"rendered":"Resources for Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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Resources for Parents<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Raising children in today\u2019s digital world comes with new questions and challenges.
We\u2019ve gathered helpful information and trusted resources to help parents make informed choices about
screen time, media, and the content their children watch.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Understanding Today\u2019s Children\u2019s Media<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Children today have access to more media than ever before\u2014and the way they find and consume that content is changing rapidly.
Streaming services, social media, short-form video, algorithms, and AI-generated content have transformed the media landscape.
The resources below offer parents a closer look at these changes and some of the challenges facing children\u2019s media today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

\"The Kids Are NOT Alright\"<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Media analyst Marion Ranchet takes a closer look at the changing world of children\u2019s media, drawing on research
and conversations with industry experts about what kids are watching, where they\u2019re watching it,
and the challenges facing quality children\u2019s programming today.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tRead the Article\n\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t

\u201cAI Slop, Gatekeepers, and the Kid\u2019s Media Crisis\u201d<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A candid conversation about the rapidly changing children\u2019s media landscape, featuring Evan Shapiro, Andy Donner of Common Sense Media, and Sara DeWitt of PBS KIDS. The discussion explores declining investment in quality children\u2019s programming, the growing influence of YouTube and algorithms, and the challenges parents face finding trustworthy content for their kids.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A Note for Parents:<\/strong> This podcast contains occasional strong language and may not be appropriate for children.
We recommend listening when little ears aren\u2019t nearby.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tListen to the Podcast\n\t<\/a>\t\t\t\t\t

Digital Media Guidance by Age<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Every age brings different questions. Common Sense Media offers practical guides to help parents understand how
children interact with screens, apps, games, videos, and other digital media as they grow.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Preschoolers<\/strong>
Ages 2\u20134<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tView Parent Guide\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Little Kids<\/strong>
Ages 5\u20137<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tView Parent Guide\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Big Kids<\/strong>
Ages 7\u20139<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tView Parent Guide\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Tweens<\/strong>
Ages 10\u201312<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tView Parent Guide\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n
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Teens<\/strong>
Ages 13\u201315<\/strong><\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tView Parent Guide\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n
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Voices for Parents & Families<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

We\u2019re pleased to share the work of professionals who offer thoughtful perspectives, practical guidance,
and helpful resources for parents and families navigating childhood in today\u2019s world.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Amy Reyes-Hauff <\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Early Learning and Literacy Specialist<\/strong>
Wyoming Department of Education<\/strong><\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Amy brings decades of experience in early childhood education,
with a focus on early learning, literacy, digital wellness,
and helping families better understand how technology
and screen use can affect young children<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

\u201cIs Screen Time Hurting Your Child\u2019s Brain?\u201d<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

In this conversation, Amy explores how screen use can affect
young children\u2019s attention, emotional regulation, creativity,
and development, while offering practical ideas to help families
create healthier relationships with technology<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tListen to the Podcast\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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Nitza D. Jimenez<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Family Engagement & Parent Communication Strategist<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Nitza shares thoughtful insights for parents on
communication, connection, and navigating family relationships
as children grow and become more independent<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t

\u201cRooted Conversations\u201d<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Rooted Conversations Newsletter offers reflections
and practical insights on parenting,
communication, and connection\u2014especially as
children enter the tween and teen years<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tRead Rooted Conversations\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n\n<\/div>\n

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Additional Resource<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

Children and Screens.org<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t

A trusted resource for parents looking for research-based information
and guidance about children, screen time, digital media, and technology.<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\t\tVisit Children and Screens\n\t<\/a>\t\t\n<\/div>\n

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