<![CDATA[The development of digital technology has made gadgets an important part of elementary school children's daily lives. Gadgets are not only used for entertainment but can also support learning, information seeking, communication, and creativity. However, gadget use without adequate understanding, time management, and guidance may expose children to various risks, including excessive use, inappropriate content, and a lack of awareness regarding digital safety and ethics. This issue became one of the concerns addressed through the Community Service Program (KKN) in Jorong Bukit Malanca, Malalak Timur District, Agam Regency. This community service activity aimed to improve students' understanding of safe, balanced, and responsible gadget use. The activity was conducted at an elementary school and involved 15 students from grades IV, V, and VI. The activity applied an educational and participatory approach combined with the active involvement of participants in the KKN program. The program included initial observation, material delivery, interactive discussion, question-and-answer sessions, simple simulations, and evaluation through pre-test and post-test activities. The materials covered the positive functions of gadgets, time management, appropriate content selection, protection of personal information, digital communication ethics, and appropriate responses to digital risks. The results showed an improvement in students' understanding after participating in the educational activity. Students demonstrated a better understanding of using gadgets with clear purposes, managing usage time, selecting beneficial content, protecting personal information, communicating politely, and seeking help from trusted adults when facing digital problems. This activity indicates that participatory and contextual education can serve as an effort to strengthen children's digital literacy. The sustainability of the program requires support from schools, families, and the community so that wise gadget-use habits can be consistently applied in everyday life.]]>
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