Can be a landline or Wi-Fi-based. Try options like the Tin Can Kid Phone for fun, simple communication.

Used in common spaces for games, learning, and family connection (not tucked away in bedrooms). Libraries often have excellent kid learning tablets—free of internet but full of education and fun games.

Set clear screen times for shows or games—like car rides over 90 minutes, Saturday morning cartoons, or family movie nights.
Kids thrive on structure and it helps keep screens special, not constant.

Let kids explore the world, notice details, and tell stories through photos.
You’ll have a go-to answer when they ask to borrow your phone camera! Try Camp Snap Cameras or other kid-safe models.

Hands-on, age-appropriate ways to build digital skills—without endless scrolling.
Encourage tinkering, building, problem solving, and teamwork.

Use screens for movement, laughter, and family fun.
Sports and dance games get kids off the couch and connecting through active play.

Great for neighborhood freedom while staying connected for safety.
Explore options like TickTalk, BarkWatch, Jr. Track, or Gizmo—each has its pros and cons.