I've got it! Have a button or check item that will enable you to have the kids automatically pick up the collectibles and mushrooms--after having picked up one with the help of the "Guiding Hand". That way, for those of us that like the challenge, we don't have to have the kids able to do it themselves. But, those that want to, can check the box. That would be nice when I go to bed and keep the game running. Won't lose out on those technology and food points.