What age do you think kids should have a cell phone?

@Sherry12 (2472)
United States
May 11, 2007 12:43pm CST
As cell phones become more and more common, I'm thinking they need them around the age of 13. Not for calling friends and talking. But, in case they need to get ahold of their parents. I know I like my kids having their cell phones when they start driving. I always feel much better knowing I can get a hold of them and that they can get me.
5 responses
koolraj_inlove
@koolraj_inlove (842)
• India
11 May 07
i think children should be given cell after sixteen years.
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Sherry12
@Sherry12 (2472)
• United States
20 May 07
Thank you, I feel at 16 or when they start driving it is really important they have one.
mamacathie
@mamacathie (3928)
• United States
11 May 07
I agree at the age they get their drivers licence, etc around 16 they definitely need a cell phone for communication between parent and teen. I'm thinking 13 might not be bad as they would be going more with friends and their parents and it might be good but most defnitely by the age of 16.
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Sherry12
@Sherry12 (2472)
• United States
20 May 07
Exactly, I really would be scared for my kids to be driving without one, so many things can happen. And, even if they are going to be 15 minutes late, at least you know, instead of worrying.
magica
@magica (3707)
• Bulgaria
11 May 07
When they go to school, they need cell phone for stricter parents`control. With a small vaucher for limited calling.
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Sherry12
@Sherry12 (2472)
• United States
20 May 07
Now that is a good idea.
suspenseful
@suspenseful (40192)
• Canada
11 May 07
When they're old enough to make money to pay at least the monthly fees. In other words, if adults cannot have them, why should kids? And if they have them in school, the principal or teacher should be in charge and hand over the cellphone if the parents phone on an emergency.
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Sherry12
@Sherry12 (2472)
• United States
20 May 07
Our schools don't allow them to use the cell phones during class time. They have to turn them off. But, if I have to leave and go someplace, it has been handy to call my son and then he calls me back between classes and he will know what to do after school. I really like being able to stay in contact.
golfproo
@golfproo (1839)
• Canada
27 May 07
Tricky question, I have recently broken down for my daughter and allowed her to get a cell phone. However she is almost 13 so I thought it was time. Basically it is only for emergencies and is not to be used at school or with her friends. cheers