Conteúdos digitais e primeira infância: uma revisão integrativa e documental sobre diretrizes para um consumo consciente

Abstract

This study proposes guidelines for the selection of digital content aimed at children in early childhood, in order to promote conscious and safe consumption aligned with healthy child development. To this end, an Integrative Review was conducted, based on methodological rigor, following six stages: formulation of the research question, definition of inclusion and exclusion criteria, search and selection of studies, data extraction, critical analysis, and synthesis of results. The final sample consisted of eleven studies published between 2020 and 2025, organized into three main categories: content interactivity, age appropriateness, and parental mediation. The results showed that the quality and interactivity of the content are more decisive for cognitive, motor, linguistic, and socioemotional development than screen time alone. The studies also highlighted the importance of age-appropriate content with clear instructions, intuitive use, and free from stereotypes or violence. Parental mediation was considered essential, as the mediator acts as a filter, role model, and active participant in the child’s digital experience. As its main practical contribution, the study presents a set of guidelines organized into three areas: health, technical, and social mediation. These guidelines provide information on screen time, content format, necessary parental mediation, and the types of content to be promoted or avoided. The organized guidelines are presented in a table, aiming to offer an objective guide for parents, educators, and developers in the process of creating, selecting, and consuming digital content.