Parent Hub: Grow Well SG - Healthy Screen Habits

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HEALTHY SCREEN HABITS

Screens may be part of everyday life, but a little time away from them can do wonders for the whole family. Explore fun, screen-free activities you can enjoy together, from quick games to hands-on challenges. Start simple: aim for under 2 hours of recreational screen time a day.

Small Steps, Big Difference

ACTIVITIES FOR THE FAMILY

Find screen-free activities, creative play ideas and family games that keep your child engaged while building healthy screen habits.

MUNCH BOX

Here's something that swaps the phone out for a fun activity you can enjoy together. Munch box is a free downloadable deck of activity cards.

Put the screens aside and deal everyone a card.
Mix the icons and talk about the most fun activity you can make from them — or invent a brand new one.
Test it out as a family and see who can keep a straight face.

DOWNLOAD CARDS

FOLD RUSH

Who says chores can't be fun? Race to fold the laundry and see who comes out on top.

Build your folding station. Make a folding board using an old cardboard box by cutting it into a centre panel, two side panels and a bottom flap, then tape the pieces together so they can fold inwards.
Ready, set, fold! Race to see who can fold and sort the laundry pile the fastest.
Stack up your finished pieces and crown the Fold Rush champion.

SAVE ACTIVITY FOR LATER

HEALTHY SCREEN USE RESOURCES

BENEFITS OF MANAGING SCREEN USE

When children spend less time on screens, they have more opportunities to:

BETTER FOCUS AT SCHOOL

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With fewer distractions, it's easier to stay on task — and that adds up to stronger results.

SHARPER DECISION-MAKING

LONGER ATTENTION SPANS

STRONGER FRIENDSHIPS

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EATING HEALTHY

From grocery runs to preparing food together and plating it creatively, we don’t have to make big changes to eat healthily. These small moments at the supermarket or in the kitchen are great opportunities to bond and have fun as a family, all while staying healthy.

Try a 10-min meal prep

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STAYING ACTIVE

Exercise doesn’t have to feel like exercise. Turn everyday moments into active fun with your child. Race to the lift, make a game out of chores or dance around the living room. Even 10 minutes of moving together can get their energy (and smiles!) going.

TRY A 10-MIN ACTIVITY

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BETTER SLEEP

Winding down together at night can be the most comforting part of the day. Simple routines like reading, dimming the lights or snuggling up to chat bring rest and connection – helping everyone sleep better and start each day feeling our best.

Try a 10-min wind-down

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FAMILY BONDING

As children grow, having a strong bond with family helps them feel safe and supported. From chatting over meals to walking to school together, simple everyday moments can help children open up, build trust and strengthen family connections.