[blparent] Accessible apps

[Bernadetta]

Your anecdote was wonderful, and thank you for sharing it with us. I 
think your outlook on this is fine--I don't think we were talking about 
prohibiting kids from watching TV altogether, my impression was that we 
were talking about babies. In your instance, having your child 
participate in something you are passionate about is great. Although if 
I may say so, I think that your daughter shares your passion for things 
that fly not because she saw the space landing but because your passion 
for this resonates with her. Sometimes, if a parent feels strongly 
enough about something, this resonates with a child and the child then 
shares the passion for this with the parent. It's a wonderful way to bond.
When I said it's unhealthy to allow children to watch TV or interact 
with computer or handheld devices, I was referring to those kids whose 
parents sit them down in front of the TV or shove an IPhone in their 
face to keep them occupied. Parents make the mistake of thinking that 
if they spend time playing  with their tablets and whatever else, their 
babies should do the same.
I see your point, Jo Elizabeth; There are some great educational shows 
out there for kids, but I'll venture to say that those benefit older 
kids more than they do younger ones, and there are creative, 
interactive  games and activities out there to teach a child about 
exotic animals and such. I think those are probably more useful than 
most of the shows. I'm all for a half hour show here and ther for an 
older child though. That can be fun and educational, for sure.

Bernadetta.