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Each day after school, thousands of American youngsters sit in front of their T.V. sets in the semi-darkness at their homes and kill their precious time watching T.V. programs. A typical scenario would be that a mother would put her kids into the living-room in front of the T.V so that she can attend to her own business. Some believe watching T.V. is the best way for children to get better-informed about what is happening around the world and other educational information. However, have they ever thought about helping kids' learn about news or other educational programs through other technological devices such as radio or computer systems? Compared with T.V., these devices are more engaging and productive for kids.



I don't believe T.V. is the ideal home entertainment for kids because it is a passive activity compared with outdoor activities by tying the individual to the screen for hours; it allows kids to use time inefficiently, therefore, watching others working while......

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