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Developing Family Media Plans

Families should develop a comprehensive media plan that will allow them to become savvy consumers who can take more control of their TV viewing, Internet and other media activities, according to a new report released in April by National PTA and Cable in the Classroom.

The report by the American Institutes for Research, titled Navigating the Childrens Media Landscape: A Parents and Caregivers Guide, is a reference for parents and other primary caregivers to help them consider the effects media can have on their young children. It also offers realistic ideas and strategies to help parents and caregivers select and use media in ways appropriate for their children. Download the free report at http://www.pta.org/aboutpta/pressroom/pr040402.asp.

From the April 2004 update of The Alliance for a Media Literate America