Screen Time Vs Active Time
Screen Time vs Active Time Screens are everywhere these days—on the couch, in the car, even in the shopping trolley. While technology has many benefits, excessive screen time is becoming the norm for preschoolers, often at the expense of active play and real-world interaction. According to health guidelines, children aged 2 to 5 should have no more than one hour of screen time per day, yet most are exceeding this limit by double or even triple.
So, what’s the impact? Too much screen time in early childhood can lead to:
Reduced attention span
Poorer emotional regulation
Delays in social development
Disrupted sleep patterns
Perhaps most importantly, time on screens displaces the natural, movement-rich play that growing bodies and brains need. When children sit still for hours, they miss out on opportunities to strengthen muscles, develop motor skills, explore their imagination, and build relationships with peers.
That’s where we come in. At Steps 2 Stardom, our programs offer a hands-on, screen-free, movement-filled alternative. In Ready Set Dance, Ballet, Acro, and Move, kids aren’t staring at a screen—they’re skipping, spinning, laughing, and learning. Our structured classes encourage social engagement, sensory exploration, and expressive creativity that screens simply can't match.
Plus, when children regularly participate in active programs like ours, they start to naturally choose movement over media. They experience firsthand how much more fun it is to dance with friends than to swipe a screen. And because our classes are fun, vibrant, and rewarding, they become a highlight of the week—replacing idle screen time with joyful experiences.
We also know balance is key. We’re not here to shame screen use but to support families in finding a healthy rhythm. That might look like:
Saving screens for car rides or quiet time
Creating screen-free zones at home
Replacing afternoon TV with a quick dance party or stretch session
Together, we can help our children build positive media habits and develop a love for real-world play. At S2S, we don’t just move to music—we move to grow, connect, and shine.
