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Building Blocks

From Circle Time to Screen Time | Dr. Amber Brooks

Dr. Amber Brooks, Division Vice President of Operations at Bright Horizons

08/30/2025

Building Blocks

From Circle Time to Screen Time | Dr. Amber Brooks

Special | 31m 45s

Dr. Amber Brooks, Division Vice President of Operations at Bright Horizons

A major focus of this episode is placed on screen time. Its risks, benefits, and how to use it responsibly with children. This episode emphasizes fostering “serve and return” interactions to support language and cognitive development, urging families to use technology intentionally and interactively.

08/30/2025

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Building Blocks is a local public television program presented by Lakeshore PBS

Building Blocks

From Circle Time to Screen Time | Dr. Amber Brooks

Special | 31m 45s

A major focus of this episode is placed on screen time. Its risks, benefits, and how to use it responsibly with children. This episode emphasizes fostering “serve and return” interactions to support language and cognitive development, urging families to use technology intentionally and interactively.

08/30/2025

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