How to keep kids on task at school when using these crucial, but distracting, devices

The useful part

Tablets and computers have become crucial school supplies for many students. The same devices children use to read text, write essays, solve math problems, or research history projects can also offer distractions in the form of games, social media, and web browsing. It can be a challenge for parents to figure out how to help children stay focused when using these devices.

How it works

• personal devices The strategies parents choose may depend on whether their children are working on their own devices or ones issued and managed by schools.
• That can be especially complicated with school-managed devices, where parents may have limited control over settings and restrictions.
• Helpful options can include using built-in tools and settings on devices, creating routines, and introducing time-management techniques.
• Parents have more control over personal tablets or computers, and are able...

Details worth keeping

Here are some tips for parents to help children stay on task.