Smart parenting: Social media and your kids

Be vigilant and talk with your children about the dangers of internet predators. (Common Sense Media)

GREENCASTLE, Pennsylvania: Teens age 13 to 19 spend upwards of nine hours per day connected to a smartphone, tablet or computer, according to Digital Day research. 

Children eight to 12 average six hours a day, while kids age five to seven are spending roughly 4.5 hours in front of a screen.