School is out and summer is in full swing with activities to keep your child engaged and active. While packing for camp don't forget the cell phone and charger. While some camps restrict the use of cell phones others are embracing the concept. Kids are getting cell phones at younger ages and have learned to email, tweet, and share photos. What a terrific way to share your child's experience on a nature walk or hike. Technology has also changed letter writing days of the past and made communication instant for the busy parent. Keeping this in mind if you have decided to send your child away with his/her cell phone here are a few tips that may help you to save time, money, and worry.
- Keep the battery charged, activate the low battery alert signal in the phone settings
- Put a name tag on the cell with contact number
- Turn on the phone's GPS, this will help if your child or cell is lost provided the battery is charged
- Download an app locator service, you can lock the phone to prevent thieves from using it
- Insure the phone to obtain a replacement if it is damaged or stolen
- Get a water resistant shockproof case with a clip or strap, this prevents damage to the phone itself and makes it easier to carry.
- Analyze your child's cell phone use by activating the minute use report, it may be beneficial to get an unlimited use option plan
- Use a Prepaid phone
- Activate wireless locator, Major cell phone providers have free Wi-fi spots
- Go over acceptable use policies with your child to ensure they follow proper cell phone use guidelines.
- Use pre-typed message apps on your cell phone to send positive mini greetings to your child
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