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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I understand extenuating circumstances and the wish to stay in touch, but it’s a can of worms. I really suggest holding off as long as possible and not giving your kid what will ultimately be extra stress. Kids can do what we did when out in neighborhood - check in occasionally.

I have a fourth grader who also has friends with watches/phones, and I don’t get it. He shares that friends are playing games on their watches or even watching YouTube on their phones (and now my kid is watching YouTube on your kid’s phone…) on the bus. Yes, there are some conveniences, but it’s not worth the drawbacks.

Anyway, my kid asked and I said no, and that’s it. I feel ZERO guilt bc I am confident I am making the right choice.

OP, no phones for elementary kids. Not needed.[/quote]

At least in my school I've noticed it's often the "social butterfly" queen bee striving moms that get their kids phones, apple watches, and other items that should be for older students. They want their kids to be cool kids instead of nerds. I assume it's the same parent crowd that will be buying their highschool aged kids and friends alcohol when the time comes. [/quote]

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