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Parents & Caregivers Resources

To ensure you’re getting the absolute best guidance, SYNC partnered with Children and Screens: Institute for Digital Media and Child Development. Together, we’ve vetted and curated top-tier resources tailored to the specific developmental stages of your children.
Choose an age group below to explore Do’s and Don’ts, guides, and tools designed for your family:

Resources for Parents and Caregivers

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Early Childhood (Ages 0-5)

In the earliest years of life, a child’s brain develops at an incredible rate. Discover how to manage screen time, encourage interactive play, and set healthy media boundaries before devices become a permanent fixture in their daily routine.

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Middle Childhood (Ages 6-11)

As children enter elementary school, digital media becomes a tool for both learning and leisure. Learn how to co-view media, establish family tech agreements, manage introduction to gaming, and keep communication open as their digital independence grows.

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Adolescence & Teens (Ages 11-18)

The middle and high school years bring social media, smartphones, and deep digital immersion. Find expert strategies to help your teen navigate online peer relationships, protect their mental health and sleep, and develop self-regulation in a highly connected world.

Appleton Area School District

https://www.aasd.k12.wi.us/

Princeton School District

https://princetonschooldistrict.org/

Shawano School District

https://www.shawanoschools.com/

School District of Wild Rose

https://www.wildrose.k12.wi.us/

School District of New London

https://www.newlondon.k12.wi.us/

School District of Waupaca

https://www.waupaca.k12.wi.us/