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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Op here, I know having an iPad does not automatically translate into unlimited usage of it. And I also agree that I would control any usage.

But my DH and I want my kid to have ZERO usage. So if my kid gets an iPad as a gift, he cannot use it at all. That is  going to make for a very awkward Christmas morning and that is what I am trying to avoid.

My kids do not do work on the computer at school. Very occasionally, I will let my kid letters type on my computer, but that's about it. I know it's not the norm, but it works for me and DH, and so far I have heard no complaints from the kids.

At some point later in their lives I am sure they'll be watching the occasional video and having an iPad or something but I don't want that now. My mother cannot fathom why not....she thinks that by denying my kids this I am depriving them of something essential and they will "fall behind" their peers who know how to use technology.  She has said this again and again. [/quote]
I'm just nosey rosey and curious as to why such a strong objection to the technology. Also, your kids have not computer use at school at all? My kids starting using computers in first or second grade. [/quote]

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