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[quote=Anonymous]iPads or iPhones aren't bad. Parents that don't pay attention are bad. This can happen whether your kid is on an iPad or playing with fair-trade organic scarves. You just need to be engaged in what they are doing. This doesn't mean you do it with them every second but you are cognizant of the choices they are making and engage with them to make sure its balanced.

For younger kids, turn the device to airplane mode so they are not on the Internet. For older kids, install software where you can turn off the signal (wifi and cell) and monitor usage/restrict downloads. Don't ask your older child to install the monitoring software for you because you don't know how to do it. (If I need to explain why, you need to take a class on technology.)

Limit the number of apps and how long they play. Invest some time in finding the good math and reading apps for younger kids. There are some great math apps for younger kids that introduce algebra concepts. Buy ebooks.

Use the device in fun ways. If they like stories or fantasy play let them do a play with their friends, record the video, and give a copy to the friends. My kids love doing talent shows and making up movies where they write little scripts and then video it. Show them how to use the camera. Do a nature walk, let them take pictures and print them out. Use this as an opportunity to talk with them now about what they should photograph and what they shouldn't.

Card games are about recognizing patterns and possible combinations within a defined set. Just don't let them start betting on the Internet.

Let them FaceTime with grandma. (This may require several trips to show grandma how to do it.)
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