Unplug 'n Play

Did you realize that by the time most students graduate from high school, they have spent more of their time in front of the television than in the classroom? That is crazy to think about. Especially when you factor in what is on television.

April 21-27 is Unplug 'n Play week. A good time to turn off the computer, the television and the video games and head outside. If the weather turns crummy, as it can quickly do in spring, read a book, play a game, do an art project, take a trip to the library, whatever your kids will enjoy.

I know that as a mom I sometimes rely on screen time to get things done. But I plan on taking this week to reevaluate what and how much television/movies my kids are watching. Maybe you'll read this challenge and go full force. Unplugging every media device and keeping them that way for the week. Or maybe you'll just be more aware of how much screen time your kids are getting and make an effort to decrease that time. Either way it will benefit your family.

For more information, or to have your family sign a pledge of participation visit: http://www.checkyourhealth.org/pa/upp08/unplg_home.htm.