Teens and Texting

According to Common Sense Media, checking time is the number one use of the cell phone. Texting is number 2. Kids sends hundreds of text messages a week, including photos and video.

If you want to communicate with your kids, you need to learn how to text! However, remember to monitor cell phone usage, including texting. Teens have been given tools that they need to learn how to use properly, including proper cell phone etiquette. Set rules about cell phone use/texting and stick with them. Examples include turning off the phone during family time and leaving the phone in a public place overnight.

You can see Common Sense Media's recommendations on texting here.