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High screen time limits vocabulary in toddlers, research finds
- England will publish its first official guidance on screen time for children under five.
- A national working group will develop the guidance with input from parents and practitioners.
- The aim is to provide alternatives to screen time for young children.
- Officials say many toddlers already spend significant time on screens daily.
- Experts welcome the guidance as overdue and helpful for families.
- Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson emphasizes thoughtful use rather than outright restriction.
- The guidance aligns with broader calls for digital literacy and safety in families and schools.
- The announcement follows discussions about government plans on youth social media access.
- The guidance is part of a broader effort to support families with digital-age parenting.
- The topic includes viewing patterns across income groups and early literacy.
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