Screen Smart Elementary Schools is a Canadian, school-based program designed for children in grades K-7. It aims to:
- Increase awareness among students (and their families) of how much time students spend in front of screens
- Reduce students’ screen time to less than 2 hours per day (or maintain that level if already achieved)
Reducing inactive screen time has many benefits from better grades and school performance to improved health and well-being. Screen Smart does NOT ask students to give up screens. Instead the program teaches children and their families how to manage screen time.
There are 2 options for the Screen Smart Program:
- School-wide Event Option
- Curriculum Option
The Screen Smart program was carefully designed to take only 10-15 minutes per day of a teacher’s time. Each Screen Smart activity supports a BC-prescribed learning outcome.
The program is most effective when used as an annual event. Over time, schools can build a culture that encourages and supports active lifestyles.
Please have a look through our website and feel free to download our materials for your class or school, free of charge!