Toy Story 5 explores screen time vs. traditional toys; experts say families can blend both
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Lisa Kervin
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Summary
Toy Story 5 explores the modern parenting dilemma of balancing traditional toy play with screen time, as the film introduces a tablet character (Lilypad) that competes for a child's attention. The article discusses how families can combine both physical toys and digital devices rather than viewing them as opposing forces, drawing on expert perspectives about play and child development.
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· 3 pulledI'm losing Bonnie to this device
The original Toy Story movie was released in 1995. The generation of viewers who grew up with toys Woody, Buzz and Jessie are now parents themselves.
The latest instalment of the film franchise addresses a dilemma many parents face: what happens to playtime when children become obsessed with screens?
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