Smart Television Alliance

The Smart Television Alliance reminds us that TV can be beneficial. In an email to subscribers the Alliance writes, "There is quality TV out there - programs that are not only kid-appropriate, but entertaining and educational as well. The trick is finding them. Luckily, we've got the resources to help you do just that."

STA offers a few easy steps to help you take control of your family's television:

She won’t be asking to sit on your lap forever. And you can keep your kid close longer if there’s a computer in front of you – with Sesame Street splashed on the screen.

According to the Smart Television Alliance, one of its favorite parenting sites - Babble.com - has compiled fifty great clips from Sesame Street.

A group in D.C. is increasing awareness of quality children's programming by educating parents and caregivers about good choices for television. The Smart Television Alliance doesn't encourage kids to watch more TV - its goal is to help you find shows that are educational and entertaining.

The group says:

• The problem isn’t the amount of television watched, but the content your kids may be seeing. And two-thirds of children have televisions in their bedrooms. If you’re not watching with them, how do you know what they’re watching?