[drallison]

It is unlikely that there is a way to avoid obsession and addiction Supply an ipad with a reliable high bandwidth "works anywhere" network connection, lots of memory, lots of processor performance, and Minecraft. Sign her/him up for home schooling. Stockpile food and drink that can be consumed while working on Minecraft. Setup sleeping bag and mattress near the Minecraft site. Cut a deal with the child that they will check-in once a week and set them free.