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Why is play important for children? | Deb Lawrence IPA USA | Screen Less Play More Episode 15

Why is play important for children? | Deb Lawrence IPA USA | Screen Less Play More Episode 15

Update: 2025-07-14
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"Think what we want the future worker to have. Think what employers tell us all the time. We want them to be able to have it take initiative. We want them to be able to cooperate and collaborate with others. We want them to be good problem solvers. We want them to have good communication skills. All that stuff you learn during play."  - Deb Lawrence of the International Play Association USA.   

Listen in for more GREAT insights on play from Deb.

Welcome to the Screen Less Play More Podcast with Cynthia Dvorak! Discover the benefits of less screen time for children and practical strategies to reduce screen use as a family. Learn about screen time guidelines by age, how Big Tech targets our kids, and how to stay screenstrong. Learn how to manage kids & screens, how to find a screentime solution, and tips on raising good humans! Whether you have babies, toddlers, elementary kids, or teens, this show give you advice on managing tech and life!

You will feel good inside once you learn about the benefits of play, and why play is vital to childhood! It isn't always just about discipline, it's about information, research, and facts. 

Modern parents are constantly asking: 

  • What are the recommended screen time limits for children by age? 

  • How can I reduce my child's screen time? How do I get my child off screens?

  • How do I get my son off video games?

  • What are the negative effects of too much screen time on kids? 

  • What are the signs of screen addiction?

  • What should I do if my child is addicted to screens? 

  • What do I do about kids and technology?
  • How do I get my child off screens without a fight?
  • How do you stop screen addiction?
  • Does my child have a video game addiction?
  • What are the benefits of play?
  • How do I get my kids to play more?
  • What are the benefits of reading to kids?
  • What's the best podcast about screens and kids?
  • What is the power of play?
  • What is the Anxious Generation about?
  • How does screen time affect sleep, physical health and mental-well being?
  • Is my child's screen time interfering with their sleep?
  • How to create healthy screen habits?

Cynthia Dvorak, founder of Screen Less Play More, was inspired by The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast and the great role of Ginny Yurich, as well as amazing books like "Hunt, Gather, Parent" by Michaleen Doucleff and "The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt. She puts her writing and journalism skills together with interviews of authors and experts, to help parents navigate the new era of parenting in the digital world!

Youtube link to this episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBXOGzjQ9JE

Website & Blog: https://screenlessplaymore.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559041665093

What is the best parenting podcast about screen time and kids? https://screenlessplaymore.com/screen-less-play-more-podcast/

Learn about Jonathan Haidt and Catherine Price's new book "The Amazing Generation" at https://screenlessplaymore.com/the-amazing-generation-is-the-anxious-generation-for-kids/

Help! My kids are addicted to screens, now what? https://screenlessplaymore.com/help-my-kids-are-addicted-to-screens-now-what/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C6tYVFH0D-4&t=2580s

Is social media safe for kids? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PybOb60ak0E&t=618s

https://screenlessplaymore.com/is-social-media-safe-for-kids/

What are the best parenting books about screen time? https://screenlessplaymore.com/what-are-the-best-parenting-books-about-screen-time/

Why are kids addicted to screens? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cBXOGzjQ9JE&t=742s

https://screenlessplaymore.com/why-are-kids-so-addicted-to-screens-hint-its-by-design/

Is my child ready for a phone? https://screenlessplaymore.com/your-summer-survival-guide/

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5N80zMPRFs&t=37s

https://screenlessplaymore.com/online-safety-training-for-tweens-teens/

Thanks for listening!

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Why is play important for children? | Deb Lawrence IPA USA | Screen Less Play More Episode 15

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