Do you find screen time becoming a source of tension in your household? Whether it’s negotiating how long your child spends on their tablet or deciding the best times for digital activities, managing screen use can often feel overwhelming. Thankfully, the team at the Awareness centre of Safer internet France has developed a tool to transform these challenges into opportunities for growth and connection: Mon moment écran.

What is Mon moment écran?

Mon moment écran is a digital scheduling tool designed to help parents and children co-create a balanced approach to screen time. By working together, families can set agreements about:

• How much time screens are used.
• When screen time occurs during the day.
• Which types of digital activities are prioritised.

This participatory method emphasises positive communication, allowing parents and children to have a constructive dialogue about healthy screen habits.

How does it work?

The tool is simple and accessible, making it easy for families to integrate into their daily routines:

1. Collaborate with your child: Together, you’ll decide on rules for screen use, fostering mutual understanding and accountability.
2. Make it tangible: The schedule can be printed and placed on the refrigerator, for example, serving as a visual reminder of the agreed-upon plan.
3. Empower independent management: Over time, children learn valuable time management and organisational skills, helping them take ownership of their screen habits.

Why Mon moment écran matters

The tool isn’t just about limiting screen time—it’s about teaching children the importance of balance and mindful digital use. By developing these habits early, kids gain the tools to manage their digital engagement sustainably, reducing the risk of overuse and its associated challenges, like anxiety or sleep disruptions.

For parents, Mon moment écran offers a way to reduce household conflicts and foster a sense of harmony. Instead of battles over screen time, you’ll have an opportunity to connect, communicate, and grow together as a family.

More than a tool: A social innovation

Co-designed by social innovation designer Amélie Galas as part of the Awareness centre of Safer internet France ’s Faminum program, Mon moment écran is a free, engaging, and impactful resource for families. The Faminum initiative focuses on supporting digital parenting and helping children develop responsible digital habits. Mon moment écran, families can make screen time a collaborative, rather than contentious, experience.

Ready to get started?

Whether you’re a parent seeking balance or an educator interested in hosting a Mon moment écran workshop, this tool is here to help. Download the free activity guide and bring positive digital education into your home or classroom. Together, we can create healthier habits for a better digital future.

By encouraging dialogue and shared responsibility, Mon moment écran helps pave the way for harmonious, digitally mindful households. Let’s embrace it!

Find more information about the work of the French Safer Internet Centre, including its awareness raising, helpline, hotline, and youth participation services, or find similar information for other Safer Internet Centres throughout Europe.