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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Thinking about getting something for my 6 year old for Christmas. We already have an ipad, but it's mine and I really only let her use it while we're traveling to watch videos, etc.

Would something else be better for her -- Leapfrog, Kindle Fire or other?? Want to be able to put some learning apps on, early reading stuff and fun stuff too. Has to be pretty easy to use because I'm technologically challenged (and DH doesn't have a clue) and with easy-to-manage parental controls. 
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Also, how do you implement time limits on screen time at home? [/b]My kid is pretty active, but she would love nothing more than to stare at a screen from the time she gets home from school til the time she goes to bed.

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I have an app called OurPact. When activated all third party apps "disappear" (so only mail, music, calculator, etc.). I have a schedule enabled and you can also manually grant time or block.

My 6 yo is like yours and was really hooked until I implemented this program. We don't to any iPad time during the week and limited TV. On the weekend I don't restrict much but more often than not, he'll get bored after a while and do something else. [/quote]

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