Moms – Simon Books
Due to the endless distractions that kids of this generation are facing, it can be difficult for your child to concentrate on one thing and memorize important information. According to pediatrician Caroline DiBattisto, M.D., children act impulsively and lack concentration because their memory is yet to develop fully.
Read More: https://www.moms.com/help-toddler-memorize-basic-information/
West Hawaii Today – Rani Henderson
You’ve been waiting for your child’s school sports to return and they just haven’t. Other events like monthly Peamans, LavaKids and Keiki Dash races have either been canceled for the time being or turned into a virtual event. You worry your child may not be getting enough exercise as they slouch on the couch with a laptop, iPad or cell phone staring into the virtual abyss.
Read More: https://www.westhawaiitoday.com/2021/01/08/sports/keep-your-kids-active/
The Conversation – Simon Cooper
Whether it’s during the post-lunch slump or just one of those days, we all struggle to concentrate on what we’re doing sometimes, whether that’s at work, school, or home. Being able to concentrate on what we’re doing would inevitably make us more productive, but that’s often easier said than done. For people looking to improve their concentration, exercise is often recommended as the antidote – and for good reason, as research shows that physical activity can improve concentration in people of all ages.
Read More: https://theconversation.com/physical-activity-is-good-for-your-concentration-heres-why-151143
NDTV Food – Aditi Ahuja
Children can be fussy eaters – they often choose foods to their liking while leaving out the rest of what’s on their plate. Taste is the primary concern here, which means healthy vegetables and fruits are often left unpicked by the tiny ones. How to go about including the goodness of nature into children’s diet? The idea is to camouflage the nutritious vegetables and incorporate them in delicious dishes which kids love. Thus, they will be able to stock up on good health without compromising on taste. The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has shared some easy ways to add more vegetables into your child’s diet.
Read More: https://food.ndtv.com/food-drinks/9-easy-tips-to-add-more-veggies-to-your-childs-diet-2346578
Spectrum News – Caileigh Peterson
According to the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, on average, U.S. children between the ages of eight and 12 spend four to six hours in front of screens each day. The Academy says teens can spend up to nine hours in front of screens.