Back in the 60's when I was 14 years old, we didn't need any chunk of plastic and silicon when we wanted to see flashing lights and swirling colors ...

LOL. I suspect the winning formula will be a couple of fishing / canoeing lessons, then trying to make sure #1 Son gets a chance to bugger off by himself to practice his skills without losing face in front of you old pros. The strongest father-son bonding might take place on a one-hour-on-three hours-off schedule.