In fact, today's preschoolers are being called "Generation C."
Generation C represents kids who from an early age, are connected to technology.
Here's some interesting facts about Generation C.
- 25% of kids are using the internet daily by age three
- 50% of kids are using the internet daily by age five
- For kids 8 and younger, 27% of all digital media is screen-based
- 60% of all best selling educational apps are geared towards preschool children
- 30% of apps on parents’ devices are downloaded by their children
Today, children entering school have a few more items on their must-know list – all related to technology.
- How to use a mouse to move the cursor on the screen
- Know where the main buttons on a keyboard are
- Have familiarity with at least five interactive applications, games or activities
- Know some technical terminology, like: digital camera, iPad, computer, internet, mouse, keyboard, and printer
- Be able to type their name on a QWERTY keyboard
- Understand the basic functions of an internet browser