A good smartwatch or feature phone can ease a child into the responsibilities of having their own communication device.
A tween may be more likely to listen to what their parents have to say and absorb key lessons about etiquette and safety without rolling their eyes.
In the past, some experts suggested waiting until eighth grade. Pearlman says that makes less sense given the pandemic and the acceleration of technology in schools, at home and in friend groups. “I think it’s naive at this point to say wait until eighth.” For example, are they using public transportation, walking or biking long distances, doing jobs such as babysitting, or are they frequently home alone? Are they just starting to make independent plans with their friends? Do you want to be in touch to coordinate pickups or just for your own piece of mind? If these situations apply to your children, this could be a good reason to give them a device.Don’t dismiss concerns kids have about being left out of social circles without certain technology.
“You want to give them a chance to practice this stuff before they’re in the big leagues,” Heitner says.Look for independent milestones, the things in their life they’ve taken on that show they’re starting to be more responsible for themselves. Here are some questions you can also ask yourself to assess their readiness:
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