A computer is present in many children's lives starting from birth, as a parent surfs the web nearby or plays games on a laptop within eyeshot. There really is no best age for a child to start using a computer, because every child is different and has different interests and needs.
Children between the age 1 and 2 children begin to understand the basics of cause and effect, and may enjoy simple computer games that require the touch of one key to make things happen on the screen. Children of this age also like to imitate heir parents by "typing" and manipulating the mouse. If you think your child is ready, you can begin to introduce the computer and how to handle the keyboard and mouse gently.
By 3 or 4 most kids are ready for simple preschool games and have the motor control to use the keyboard and mouse to control the computer. Here are many products designed specifically for children learning to use a computer that make the experience easer for them. Most children love preschool computer games and he games promote learning such as color, shape, letter and number recognition as well as cause and effect, sequencing, and following directions.
No matter what age your child is when they begin to use a computer be sure to encourage healthy computer habits, such as proper posture and taking regular breaks.
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