For many kids, video games are a favorite way to unwind and have fun during their free time. With technology being so accessible these days, gaming can happen anytime, anywherewhether on smartphones, tablets, computers, or gaming consoles.

But as much as these devices offer entertainment and even educational value, it's important for parents to ensure that screen time doesn't get out of hand, especially when the school term begins.

That's exactly what one father did, and his creative approach to limiting screen time has gone viral.

In a TikTok video shared by user @ceobbm, the father staged a gadget handover ceremony at the end of the school holidays. The video shows his two sons returning their devices to him one by one, marking the start of their school routine.

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Among the gadgets handed over were a Nintendo Switch, a PlayStation 4, and a tablet commonly used to play Mobile Legends. The older brother, in particular, looked a little reluctant to part with the Nintendo Switch, showing just how attached kids can get to their gaming devices.

It didn't end there. The boys also surrendered the TV remote control, as the father declared that watching YouTube on television would also be off-limits during school days.

"TV is officially off-limits for you guys during school days," he announced in the video.

As each gadget was returned, the boys respectfully shook hands with their father, making the moment both adorable and symbolic.

The father also clarified that the devices weren't truly owned by the children, but simply loaned to them with conditionsemphasizing the idea that access to gadgets is a privilege, not a right.

The video quickly gained traction, and the comments section was filled with fellow parents applauding the father's strategy. Many shared that they also implement similar rules in their own households to help manage their children's screen time and encourage a better school-life balance.

In an age where gadgets are becoming inseparable from daily life, this simple but thoughtful act serves as a reminder of the importance of setting boundariesespecially when it comes to our children's education and well-being.