Which toy to give to get a child away from screens?

Tablet, phone, console: screens are everywhere, and for many parents screen time is a daily topic. The good news: a child happily puts the screen down when there is something more exciting to do.

Why screens take up so much space

Games and videos are designed to keep you going: they reward you instantly and never stop on their own. Banning them alone often leads to arguments, because it leaves a gap that needs filling.

What really works: replace rather than ban

Children put the screen down more easily when the alternative is just as fun. Four things help:

• Moving, ideally outdoors.
• Playing together with parents, siblings or friends.
• Building and creating with their own hands.
• Fixed screen-free times, for example after school or at the weekend.

The right toy: active, creative, made for sharing

A good toy against screen time keeps both head and body busy. It is ready fast, is still fun after weeks and can be shared with others.

Why BlastBlocks ticks every box

BlastBlocks is a toy blaster made of bricks. It combines building and playing:

• It arrives fully assembled, ready to play straight away.
• Your child customises it with their own bricks, compatible with the major brands.
• You play outdoors or as a family, for example on targets.
• Light, soft balls and a class 1 laser.
• Recommended from age 8.

Our everyday tips

• Plan a fixed screen-free playtime.
• Set small challenges, such as a target tournament.
• Build a new model together and let your child invent.