How to Keep Screens Minimal over the Holidays (Without Losing Your Mind)

Holidays bring more screen temptations, but simple activities can keep family time screen-free and meaningful:

1. Family Craft Night: Try making simple salt-dough ornaments or paper snowflakes. Display them around the house or gift them to family and friends.

2. Storytelling Circle: Pick a time each evening to share stories, whether family memories or made-up tales. Kids love hearing stories about when you were young!

3. Outdoor “Elf Hunt”: Create a little “elf” or fairy (even a pinecone with a small cap) and hide it outside or in the house. Let kids find it each day…once in a while, who do I think I am?

4. Holiday Rhythm Cards: Create a daily rhythm with cards for activities like storytime, nature walk, or craft time. Let kids take turns picking the day’s card.

Balance doesn’t mean zero screen time; it’s about creating moments that feel as special as screen-based entertainment.