Digital Smarts - Social Interaction Virtually

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Social distancing is tough on everyone, kids included, but there are quite a few ways you could help your kids interact with others virtually. Using Facetime (on an Apple product) or programs like Skype or Zoom, you can set up virtual play dates with your kids' friends or family members. Try a setting up a show and tell, completing a LEGO challenge, drawing pictures for others, or even playing board games (there are lots of board games that have free or inexpensive virtual versions). Check out some of these ideas kids can use to keep each other busy, or to cheer up a grandparent or other family member who is in isolation.