For Parents Tuning Out TV (NAPSA)—If you want to have more meaningful conversations with your children, it may be time to take a look at their TV-viewing habits. Experts say some children spend just seven minutes a day talking to parents and three hours a day watching TV. Fortunately, everyday activities—such as time together in the car—can be a good time to engage kids in light but meaningful conversation. Ages 6 & Up & Bock qe (es\ Classic Hits the Whole Family Will Love! music that gets you singing & talking CN G ha The right tunes might help convince kids to watch less TV. You can also select familyfriendly music to play on your car CD player such as “MusicTALKING Volume 1.” The CD can spark a good family discussion. Plus it comes with Tune Trivia, a 50-page book of lyrics, quotes and conversation starters designed to help parents and kids connect and to help parents communicate the positive messages found in the CD’s music. The award-winning compilation of classic hit songs includes “Respect” by Aretha Franklin, which can help start conversations about self-respect, as well as songs such as “We Are Family” by Sister Sledge, which can help begin talks about your family’s values. For more information, visit www.musictalking.com.
