Cell Phones And Children

Cell phones are not just for business tycoons and
parents on the run, children are more and more getting
their own cell phones.

Elementary aged children are bringing them to school.

Many schools are banning cell phones, so your child
may not be able to have or use the phone during the
time when he is most likely to be away from home.

The Firefly Phone, which is a popular 'first phone'
for younger kids, is now available from Cingular
Wireless, so you could simply add it on to your
FamilyTalk plan.

Although the Firefly Phone is a 'real, functional cell
phone,' pre-teens and teens likely won't think so, and
they will probably want a regular cell phone.

The positive side of your child having a cell phone is
being able to contact them or them being able to
contact you in an emergency.

The negative factor is that many children are not
using them responsibly. If you are going to buy a cell
phone for your child, it’s important to ensure they
know what is classified as proper use and what is not
proper.

Being able to keep in touch with your child when he or
she is not with you is a valuable perk; yet, with the
right education on how to use them responsibly they
can continue to be a valuable tool for your child.