iPad Addiction

I think we are raising an iPad addict.  Full on tantrum and tears when we take it, always asking for it, in a trance while on it.  I am not talking about Nolan here, this is Stella–my neurotypical one. It started as a potty reinforcer–kept her busy and kept her there.  It then helped while we were helping out Nolan.  It was then because she asked so sweetly.  I know the holidays usually bring in new and exciting technology as well as more time off to use it….so this may be a tool you need now or in the future. 

Now I know we need to get it under control.  So I created a rewards chart to help Stella EARN her time.  I polled a couple parents to get a list of things they would want their kids to do in order to earn their tech time.  This is aimed towards younger kids, but I think some things can be adjusted (its a picture, it is open for interpretation).  

• Use the potty
• Feed the Dog
• Feed the Fish
• Water the plants
• Eat (sit while eating)
• Clean up after eating
• Play outside
• Put shoes and Coat on
• Put shoes and coat away
• Clean up toys/after self
• Read/homework
• No whining
• Sleep (nap) go to bed (go to sleep) sleep in your own bed
• Get dressed
• Take a Bath

I am offering this printable (with directions) as a freebie!  Click the box below to download yours!

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