Meet Ruff Ruffman: Humble Media Genius
From Ruff Ruffman: Humble Media Genius · 2020
2 min2nd3rd4thTechnology
Summary
A quick hello from Ruff Ruffman, the self-appointed "humble media genius" who explores the ups and downs of screens, the internet, and everything digital. This short sets up the whole series: technology is fun and useful, and it works best when you use it thoughtfully. A gentle, funny on-ramp before you show any of the topic episodes.
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Ages 5+
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Discussion questions
Discussion
Ruff calls himself a "media genius" — but the joke is that everyone is still learning how to use screens well.
- What are some devices or apps you or your family use every day?
- What does it mean to use technology "wisely" instead of just a lot?
- What is one question you have about the internet that you'd ask Ruff?
Quick work-a-long
Vocabulary: media, technology, digital, device.
Try it: Make a quick two-column list — one thing screens are *great* for, and one thing that's better done *off* a screen.