In today’s world, children are growing up surrounded by screens — phones, tablets, TVs, and even smartwatches. While technology has its benefits, too much screen time can steal away the precious hours your child could be using to grow their mind.
Brain time is any activity that challenges your child’s thinking — reading, problem-solving, abacus practice, playing strategy games, or even imaginative play. These moments help develop focus, creativity, and critical thinking.
Unfortunately, when screen time takes over, it can lead to shorter attention spans, reduced creativity, and even trouble sleeping. The goal isn’t to ban devices entirely, but to create a healthy balance.
Here are some tips for smart parenting:
- Set clear screen limits – Decide when and how long devices can be used.
- Encourage brain-boosting activities – Abacus training, puzzles, storytelling, and drawing are great options.
- Lead by example – If your child sees you reading or learning, they’ll follow your lead.
- Replace, don’t just remove – Swap random YouTube time with educational videos or family board games.
At SIMA Abacus, we help Nigerian children spend more “brain time” by making learning fun and engaging. Your child can still enjoy technology — but they’ll also develop the skills that screens alone can’t teach.
Call us today at +2348135178604 to enroll your child in a brain-boosting Abacus program.