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Here are some additional resources that offer practical advice for parents:
This is an excellent article for when to purchase your child his or her first phone. If you haven't already purchased the "first phone," I highly recommend you take the time to read this article!
If calling and texting is all that is needed, I encourage parents to consider these basic phones before purchasing your child a smartphone.
This article compares and contrasts Gabb, Pinwheel, Troomi, and Bark phones for kids.
This article provides tips to manage digital risk across two homes.
Does my child have a virtual private network on his or her phone? Should my child have a virtual private network on his or her phone?
Common Sense Media allows parents to search for various media (books, movies, apps, games, and more!) to find reviews and ratings that are age-based and include a "What Parents Need to Know" section.
This is the wonderful website cited for the "Five Layers of Digital Protection" pyramid highlighted on this website. I also recommend following PYE on Social Media. They are wonderful!
@protectyoungeyes
The American Academy of Pediatrics website has loads of helpful information for parents. This link allows you to tailor a "Media Plan" specifically to your family's needs and lifestyle.
Family Tech Zone was created by a mom and former IT professional, Sarah Kimmel, with the intent of helping families understand and manage the technology and devices in their homes. It is an excellent resource!
@Family Tech
Family Tech Talk
This is an fantastic organization that encourages parents to wait until at least 8th grade to purchase their child his or her first smartphone. Check out their resources or FAQs to learn more!
@Wait Until 8th
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