Television is a part of every modern child's life and its influence is undeniable. Read the facts on how TV can impact on your child in good ways and bad.

Jul 1, 2008 - Victoria Atkinson

International Media Expert Gloria DeGaetanto helps parents understand research on media use, its implications for child development and what they can do about it.

Dec 7, 2007 - Sheila Gaquin

Parents who make informed decisions regarding their children's "media diet" look to organizations such as Common Sense Media for reviews, research, and more.

Oct 2, 2006 - Jan Zeiger

Television is frequently condemned for its useless programming and violent content. However, there is a wealth of entertainment programs on television that have education

Aug 11, 2007 - Sophia Russell

The popular and timely TV program "24" is shaping how younger generations of American soldiers view torture.

Feb 28, 2007 - Henry Berry

Let children's TV and online materials offer kids some fun summer math, science and reading help so they don't forget what they learned during the year.

Jun 26, 2010 - Christine Pollock

With all the promiscuity, violence, and nudity on TV, parents need to carefully monitor their children's TV viewing. Here are some tips.....

Jan 30, 2008 - Venice Kichura

For many parents of pre-schoolers, TV offers an easy distraction, allowing them some peace in an otherwise hectic day. But is it wrong to let toddlers watch television?

Dec 5, 2009 - Jenni Potter

From films on the big screen to prime-time TV shows on the small screen, there will always be a demand for careers in the television industry.

Jun 27, 2011 - Nohel Corral

Housewife shows have exploded in popularity in the last half decade. But are their lead characters fiction or reality?

Sep 14, 2009 - Jo Miller

Television has pushed the boundaries of societal values over the last thirty years, leading to changes in norms and tolerance for different behaviors.

Mar 7, 2009 - Suzanne Pitner

An effective PSA requires careful planning, a memorable message and sometimes high development costs. But air time is free and production help is often available.

Oct 24, 2009 - Carroll Trosclair

Learn what it's like to have a career working on a television show from an interview with Meghan Ruedger.

Apr 23, 2010 - Tennille Simmonds

Stage magicians perform prestidigitation. Some TV psychics have their bags of tricks. Learn the secrets of their trade and how it's enabled.

Mar 2, 2010 - Jill Stefko

Disney may have sanitized the telling of fairy tales, but these television adaptations stay close to the written word, villains and all.

Nov 28, 2008 - Erin Haley

DVD releases of many lesser-known but well-regarded TV classics generate exposure to new audiences. Here are six great recently-released programs worth revisiting.

Nov 16, 2009 - Terrence Moss

Television plays an important role in most homes but much of the content is not suitable for children. Parents need to monitor what their children watch.

May 17, 2010 - Debbie Roome

Many parents have strong opinions about whether it is right or wrong for toddlers to watch television.

Mar 25, 2009 - Rachel Lister