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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]We got our kids smart watches at that age so they could have some freedom - is that an option?

Also, passersby. [/quote]

Bump for smart watches: we got our kids Gizmo watches when they were 7 & 8: there are other brands but it offers calls and texts to a limited number of phone #'s and GPS tracking. Our kids graduated to Apple watches a few years after that, before they were old enough for mobile phones.

But... I saw OP's note about the park being a cut-through for Metro and in a somewhat isolated spot: that would give me a lot of pause also, and those are important details! Listen to your gut.

I do think a lot of kids are not allowed independence that will help them grow confidence and life skills, so giving them the leash to explore a little, safely and age appropriately is good: and part of that lesson is saying no to places that may be a little less safe than other spots. Explain why also - not a fun conversation but short, to the facts: you can go here with your friend alone, but not here, and this is why...  and don't sneak it since we can see where you are on your watch :)[/quote]

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