Take
them to the park with a basketball or whatever they like . Take them to those laser tag places where their need for conquest can be satisfied. Take them to those indoor rock climbing places if there is one near you No.6 Explain your plan to the friends parents. I am sure they would appreciate your
limiting their kids use of the computer. The hidden agenda here is that this will hopefully set an example of what they can do if your son were invited to their house to play
12 No. 7 When your son's friends are at your house, let them know clearly your plans and
expectations. Let them know that when the timer goes off after the given time, you will close up their computers, whether or not they are finished with their game
During their game time, let them maximize their enjoyment by not interrupting them( they
don't want a snack, they dont have to use the bathroom, they dont want anything! ). Set the
timer and put it in front of them. Give them a 20-minute warning before time is up to save
their game. then a 5-minute warning before shutdown
When the timer rings, there is no"wait, just one more minute "or"we're almost finished.
Simply pull the plug, literally
No 8"Hey, let's go out for some ice cream. Then well go to the park. "Be positive and
pleasant, no discussion, no negotiating for additional time.
