“Screen time.”
Two simple words — and a thousand questions for parents.
Is my child spending too much time with a tablet?
What are they watching?
Is it just entertainment — or something more?
And most of all: Is this helping them grow, or slowly replacing real connection?
It’s a real and valid concern.
Research continues to show that mindless, unstructured screen use can negatively impact a child’s development — especially when it involves endless scrolling, hyperstimulating games, or content that overwhelms rather than nurtures.
But here’s a better question:
What if the screen could become a tool for emotional growth?
What if — instead of distraction — it offered empathy, insight, and support?
Not All Screen Time Is Created Equal
Today’s digital world is evolving — and with it, new tools are emerging.
We’re seeing the rise of educational apps, therapeutic platforms, and AI-based tools designed to support—not hinder—healthy childhood development.
One area that needs special attention?
Emotional intelligence.
Children are growing up in a complex world. They may know how to read, solve math problems, or even code. But many struggle to name their feelings, regulate their emotions, or ask for help.
This emotional “gap” often shows up as tantrums, shutdowns, or silent confusion — leaving both children and parents feeling helpless.
Can Technology Really Help With That?
Yes — if it’s designed with intention.
And that’s exactly where SODOG comes in.
Meet SODOG: a screen-based emotional companion for kids ages 6 to 12.
It’s not a game.
It’s not therapy.
It’s a warm, friendly AI-powered pup that gently helps children understand what they feel, and why.
How It Works
- Short, 5–10 minute sessions where kids guide their virtual puppy through emotional “missions” — like feeling lonely, frustrated, or proud.
- Stories that mirror real-life emotions, told through child-friendly metaphors and simple reflections.
- Interactive guidance rooted in emotional development theory, encouraging kids to name, explore, and process feelings safely.
- Tools for self-regulation, like calming breaths, emotional drawing, or “safe space” visualization.
Each session is short, calm, and focused.
No hyperactive games. No loud noises. No manipulation.
Just thoughtful, science-based design to help children build inner strength — one emotion at a time.
Why It Works
SODOG isn’t just cute.
It’s backed by insights from top emotional development frameworks (CASEL, APA, Yale), and created by a team of educators, designers, and child psychologists.
The structure respects attention spans and promotes meaningful, limited screen engagement that builds long-term skills.
And while it’s child-focused, it doesn’t leave parents out.
A private, secure dashboard helps caregivers understand mood patterns and emotional engagement — without breaching privacy or asking intrusive questions.
What Makes SODOG Different?
✔️ No ads
✔️ No personal data collection
✔️ No third-party tracking
✔️ No open-ended AI chat
SODOG is built for safety from the ground up.
We believe emotional development deserves a privacy-first approach — especially when it comes to kids.
A New Kind of Screen Time
We’re not here to fight screens.
We’re here to reshape them into something better — a place where children are seen, supported, and taught how to understand themselves.
SODOG is more than an app.
It’s a warm, curious, emotionally-aware companion that teaches your child something they’ll carry for life:
💛 how to feel, and be okay with it.
Discover SODOG and support our Indiegogo campaign today:
👉 indiegogo
Let’s turn screen time into growth time.
