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Should kids have cell phones? It depends.

Think through a few questions listed below when considering if they should have cell phones. And if they’re not ready yet, discover the best smartphone alternatives for kids.
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Should Kids Have Cell Phones
Parenting in a Digital World
05/12/2025
Is your child ready for social media apps? These 5 signs can help you decide.

Not sure if your kid is ready for social media apps (even though they keep asking)? Tech expert Sarah Kimmel shares five key behaviors that can help you decide.

Parenting in a Digital World
05/06/2025
4 expert-backed ways to help your child build independence with the Gizmo Watch

“One message a day from them is more powerful than 10 from you.” A cognitive specialist shares four smart ways to use the Gizmo Watch to help kids build independence, confidence and healthy habits.

Parenting in a Digital World
04/29/2025
How to talk to your kids about online scams in games

Your kid knows their favorite online game inside and out. But do they know how to spot a scam inside the game? A digital safety expert and esports insider breaks down what online scams to watch for.

Parenting in a Digital World
04/23/2025
What are the new rules of phone etiquette?

Get quick tips for teaching your kids the new rules of phone etiquette, featuring insights from Alanna Powers of the Family Online Safety Institute.

Parenting in a Digital World
04/15/2025
What to know about Verizon’s family locator apps and monitoring devices for kids

Here’s what parents should know about the Verizon devices and apps that can help monitor kids’ locations while providing real-time alerts, notifications and more.

Parenting in a Digital World
04/08/2025
You just got a parental control notification. What should you do next?

Your reaction matters when it comes to parental control notifications. A mother-son duo shares research-backed advice on how to talk with your kids when things seem to go awry.

Parenting in a Digital World
04/01/2025
Deepfakes are getting smarter. Teach kids to outsmart them.

AI-generated images are so convincing that deepfakes are on the rise, fueling scams, cyberbullying and misinformation. Here, a family tech expert explains how to discover the fakes.

Parenting in a Digital World
03/25/2025
How to use Verizon Family to monitor your child’s texting activity

Is your kid texting late at night or avoiding friends? Verizon Family helps you identify patterns without invading privacy. A family tech expert shares tips on text monitoring.

Parent-proven Tip

This works for our family every time: We plan a dance party after screen time. It’s something they look forward to, and it gives us all a chance to let loose.

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Beatrice Moise, M.S., BCCS

Moise is a Board-Certified Cognitive Specialist, Parenting Coach, Author, National Speaker, and parent of two neurodivergent children.

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