Media literacy is a fundamental skill that helps them navigate the digital world and protect themselves from potential threats. Today we would like to look at how children acquire media literacy and how parents can support them.

Children's media literacy as a key competency

Media literacy includes the knowledge, skills and understanding to use different media sensibly and to question them critically. This includes selecting and using media content, creating your own content and dealing with the effects of media on personal development and society.

Age plays a role

Depending on the age of the children, different aspects of media literacy are relevant. For younger children, the focus is on using devices and being able to distinguish between real and fictional content. For older children and young people, it is increasingly about reflecting on and evaluating content as well as using social media responsibly.

Tips for parents: How to promote your children's media literacy


a) Sharing media:

Watch TV shows, movies, or YouTube videos with your child and talk about them. This promotes communication and critical questioning of content.

b) Agree on fixed rules:

Set rules for media use together with your child. For example, you can address screen times, age ratings or the handling of personal data.

c) Support children in choosing media:

Help your child choose age-appropriate, high-quality media offerings. Pay attention to reliable sources and recommendations from experts.

d) Promote creativity:

Encourage your child to create their own content, whether it's writing stories, drawing pictures, or producing videos. This promotes independence and the creative use of media.

e) Media education at school:

Commit to ensuring that media literacy is also specifically promoted at school. Find out about what the school has to offer and suggest additional projects if necessary. We at Mimikama offer something like this for teachers and children.


Conclusion: Teaching media skills is an important task for parents to prepare their children for the challenges of the digital world. By engaging with media with their children, setting rules and encouraging creativity, parents can help their children develop a healthy relationship with digital media. They should also ensure that media literacy is specifically promoted at school and recognized as an important part of education. Media literacy is a lifelong skill that enables children to move safely and self-confidently in the digital world and to actively participate in shaping our digital society.

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