Making the most of tv time

It's winter. It's cold outside. The kids and I are slowly running out of ideas. Sadly, the tv has become a favorite for brother.

I've found some advice that speaks to the inner guilt that tv time creates. It's the learning triangle. Letting your child watch appropriate, teaching tv is actually okay and can be an effective learning tool. The difference is that tv time is broken up with a follow up activity, and by reading a book on a similar subject. There's lots of great resources out there. There's also listings on PBSkids.org so you know in advance what the programs will be covering. Simply select the program you're child is interested in and click on the "parent and teacher link." Check out this, they make it so easy.

I think we'll check out some schedules, make a list, and visit the library.

**I had my mind made up to ignore the pleas of Festival and forget making my pledge to support Idaho PTV, but just writing this has made me have a change of heart. If you're PBS junkies, you'll have the opportunity in the upcoming Festival.