“Screen-Free Play: Tips for Busy Parents”

Intro:
It’s tempting to hand over a tablet when you’re busy — but screen-free play is vital for healthy development. A 2017 Pediatrics review (Radesky et al., 2017) shows that less screen time means better sleep, social skills, and focus.

Body:
No-screen play builds imagination and independence. Even simple activities help:
✔️ Dress-up and role play.
✔️ Building forts with blankets and pillows.
✔️ Drawing, coloring, and simple crafts.

✅ Practical Tips:

• Set up an “invitation to play” area with a few open-ended toys ready.

• Keep easy crafts within reach — paper, crayons, stickers.

• Offer choices: “Do you want to play kitchen or blocks?”

Closing:
When you make screen-free play easy and fun, kids naturally turn to it — and you get a few guilt-free moments for yourself too!