Average Screen Time for Kids

How much is too much screen time for kids?

Author:
Rachael Herrscher
Updated:
Nov 16, 2018
Original:
Apr 25, 2012

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The CDC says the average 6-8 year old spends about 6 hours a day in front of a screen. And the worst offenders? 11-14 year olds.

Over 2 hours a day seems like too much to me. But I’m kind of the screen police at our house. Check out these infographics:

6-8 Year Olds

11-14 Year Olds

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(for more information visit MakingHealthEasier.org/GetMoving)

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