In ‘Toy Story 5’, it’s tech versus toys
The franchise’s fifth instalment tackles the pertinent issue of children’s technology use
The Toy Story franchise is well-loved globally. One reason for its popularity is the core themes of joy and connection through play that resonate with children and grown-ups.
In the past four films, Toy Story has explored themes of friendship, overcoming challenges and navigating what it means to mature. While these themes remain central in the fifth instalment, the movie also tackles the pertinent issue of children’s technology use, which includes tablets, phones, computers and televisions.
As psychology researchers who study child development and play, we see Toy Story 5 as an opportunity to examine what research tells us about the roles of play and digital technology in children’s lives and how parents can support a healthy balance between them.
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