Ways Grandparents and Kids Can Connect Online

369: Ways Grandparents and Kids Can Connect Online

Staying connected across the miles doesn’t have to mean just phone calls. In this episode, Meryl shares five practical ways grandchildren and grandparents can build real relationships digitally — with the bonus that several of these also sneak in genuine learning.

1. Reading together over video

Alternate reading pages or chapters.
Add simple discussion questions to keep engagement.
Works well for younger and middle school students.
Tools: FaceTime, Zoom

2. Shared digital board

Post photos, short updates, or schoolwork.
Grandparents comment and ask questions asynchronously.
Tool: Padlet ep 260 – Unlocking the Power of Padlet

3. Playing online games together

Asynchronous or synchronous options
Examples:
- Words With Friends
- Skribbl.io
- Drawsaurus
- Catan

4. Watch together

Watch a short show, documentary, or YouTube video simultaneously.
Use built-in screen sharing or watch-party tools.
Pause occasionally to discuss.
Tools: Zoom

5. Collaborative storytelling

Start a shared story and take turns adding sections.
Can be written or voice-recorded for younger kids.
Tool: Google Docs

Links mentioned:

Episode 260: Unlocking the Power of Padlet
FundaFunda Academy Monthly Contests
May Contest: Vibe Coding with Canva (grades 6–12, $10 entry includes a $20 AI unit study)
Writing Fun class

If you use any of these ideas, come join the conversation in the Homeschooling with Technology Community on Facebook and let us know which ones your family enjoyed most!

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