About the screen-free activity wheel
Trying to cut screen time? Make the switch easier with something fun to do instead. The wheel mixes solo and family activities for kids, teens and adults. It’s the one time a screen helps you get off screens.
Ways to use it
- Screen-free evenings or weekends.
- Digital detox challenge.
- Replace "just one more episode" with something new.
What’s on this wheel (14)
- Read together
- Cook a meal together
- Play cards
- Write in a journal
- Walk the dog
- Do a puzzle
- Play an instrument
- Garden
- Board game
- Write a letter to someone
- Stretch or do yoga
- Build something
- Draw or paint
- Go for a walk
Frequently asked questions
How can I make screen-free time stick?
Pick a regular slot, like after dinner, and spin as soon as screens go off so there’s always something ready to do.
Are these activities for kids or adults?
Both. Most work solo or as a family; teens and adults can use it for a personal digital detox.
Is the wheel really random?
Yes. The winner is chosen by your browser’s random number generator before the wheel starts turning, and every slice has the same chance.
Can I save or share my wheel?
Click "Save" to keep the wheel in My wheels in this browser, or "Share wheel" to copy a link that opens your exact list on any device.