Screens end abruptly and the brain doesn't get a warning, which is why turning one off can tip a kid into overwhelm. A countdown, a clear next activity, and the promise it comes back later turn a hard stop into a known step.
One tip from a dad who's been there
Give the warning before you mean it (a visual timer is gold), and always pair the off with a next thing they can move toward, not just emptiness. The first-then card does exactly this.
Common questions
What if turning off the tablet always ends in tears?
Let the schedule be the one who says time is up, so you do not have to be. A warning, then the picture of what comes next, gives the brain somewhere to land. The next thing being decent helps a lot.
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