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phelpsam · September 2011

littlewinnie15:
Janimal:

I disagree wholeheartedly. Technology is important and is the future. There is a difference between having technology as another resource, and gluing a kid to it.

There are AMAZING apps for kids for the iPad. I love that my 2 year old knows how to open and close windows and manipulate things on the iPad. And that we have used learning apps reinforcing her love of letters counting, etc. My kid will be 3 next month and she can do simple addition and subtraction. Not just because of the iPad of course, but because she loves learning and it's just one of the ways we stimulate her little mind. It's WAAAY cool to see her figuring things out and being proud of herself using it. Yeah, we use other resources too, and the iPad isn't necessary. But it's still cool.

The fact that something is "cool" doesn't warrant a school district spending thousands and thousands of dollars on it for 5 year old, IMO. Traditional learning can have the same effects as what you've stated. Yes, technology is great and kids need to get acclimated to it. But, I do not believe a 5 year old has any business taking care of and being responsible for their own $500 piece of "learning equipment".

If parents want to teach their kids on their ipads, wonderful. I grew up with technology, too, and it was enough to have 2 computers per classroom or a computer class to learn. I did not need my own laptop paid for by the city to learn successfully. Just sayin'.

I think it is good for our kids to use technology. If I had an Ipad I would put things on there for my toddler to use, under my supervision. I think the schools can spend their money better than buying one for little kids to use...because they are going to get broken. I would rather my child learn to have nice handwritting in school honestly. Also like I posted earlier kids get to caught up inside the house playing on game systems computers etc. I want my LO to go out and play. SO's kids spent the whole summer inside and I just wanted to scream. So in some ways all of this technology is good in others it is bad and making us lazy! If the Bump was a place I had to drive to chat with you ladies....I would never go!

phelpsam · September 2011

On kids having cell phones. SO daughter has had one since she was 10. Why? BM is never reliable to get in touch with. Also BM likes to put the kids uncomfortable situations. I was on one of my first dates with SO when his daughter called from her cell crying because her mom had taken her and her brother to some friends house and she was drunk and people were getting out of hand. SO dropped me off and went to get his kids. Now she is Jr high and stays after for sports. So I totaly agree with her having one, because like last night they changed the location of her soccer game to at home instead of away and she was able to call us quickly.

If she were not in sports and her mom wasn't the way she is....then she probably wouldn't have one. I see no reason for my LO to have one until he is in after school sports. If he does go to a friends house I should be able to call and speak to that friends mom on her phone. And if he is going to the mall or a movie there better be a responsible adult going with him and his friends if he is still too young to have a phone of his own.

littlewinnie15 · September 2011

lunatunatoo:
I agree that the iPad for kindergartens is a bit overkill, but there is nothing wrong with introducing new, fun ways for children to learn. Technology is everywhere. So much more then I was was growing up (think 80's and 90's). We didn't start typing class until 5th grade and to now think of an 11 year that is just learning to type seems a bit late. Our kids will be growing up in a fast paced world where iPads, smart phones and notebooks are the norm. Kids can have cells phones and laptops - within reason and with parental supervisor.

I'm not anti-technology. It is everywhere and it is a new, fun way to learn. My point was that purchasing one for every kindergarten child across a school district is ridiculous.

While technology is the future, over-exposing a child to technology can be a bad thing too. I think of DH's little cousins who can't/don't play outside because their Nintendo DS's or laptops are permanent extensions of their arms. All of these kids were given their own Mac laptops to "learn" on through a state-wide program we have. Now, all I see is that they are lacking in social skills and two are failing their current grades. Granted, it's not completely due to the laptops, but these kids are seriously addicted to technology and have no motivation to read a regular book, go for a nature walk, etc. etc.

It's one thing to use technology to learn, it's another to let it overtake your child's life.

Janimal · September 2011

littlewinnie15:
lunatunatoo:

I agree that the iPad for kindergartens is a bit overkill, but there is nothing wrong with introducing new, fun ways for children to learn. Technology is everywhere. So much more then I was was growing up (think 80's and 90's). We didn't start typing class until 5th grade and to now think of an 11 year that is just learning to type seems a bit late. Our kids will be growing up in a fast paced world where iPads, smart phones and notebooks are the norm. Kids can have cells phones and laptops - within reason and with parental supervisor.

I'm not anti-technology. It is everywhere and it is a new, fun way to learn. My point was that purchasing one for every kindergarten child across a school district is ridiculous.

While technology is the future, over-exposing a child to technology can be a bad thing too. I think of DH's little cousins who can't/don't play outside because their Nintendo DS's or laptops are permanent extensions of their arms. All of these kids were given their own Mac laptops to "learn" on through a state-wide program we have. Now, all I see is that they are lacking in social skills and two are failing their current grades. Granted, it's not completely due to the laptops, but these kids are seriously addicted to technology and have no motivation to read a regular book, go for a nature walk, etc. etc.

It's one thing to use technology to learn, it's another to let it overtake your child's life.

Seems to me the PARENTS are the ones responsible, not the school district who purchased computers.

I am glad our schools are focusing on technology. Our kids will NEED the skills to use technology, and many kids won't get that exposure at home.

Now, purchasing iPads for Kindergardners at the expense of not spending money on critical needs would be another matter. I would put low student/teacher ratios and healthy lunch options pretty high on my list of priorities, and above buying the little ones iPads.

kclear · September 2011

lunatunatoo:
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice is back. Hell yes.

yessssssss! that means just a short time until the peppermint mocha is back as well!

mrsjenniferg2010 · September 2011

I think that kids have no business being on Facebook. I think the youngest should be maybe 15. My sister allows her 10 year old to be on there and so stranger tried talking to him on it. If parents do allow their children on it they should have total access to their accounts. I would also never allow my kids to have a computer in their rooms. When they use it they will be out in.the open where the can be supervised.

kclear · September 2011

lunatunatoo:
mrs. remy:
On the technology topic, I am a total caveman when it comes to technology and I don't care. I have zero desire to have a smartphone. I have internet both at home and at work all day, why would I also need it for the time I am traveling back and forth to work or out running errands? I kind of miss the days where you could actually leave your house for a few hours and be *gasp* unreachable. Now its like people freak if they don't hear back from you in 30 seconds.

I don't have a smart phone (mainly because I'm too cheap) and since everyone else I know has one you can always say "Hey look this up on your phone!" Plus I miss having regular old flip phones with the hard buttons. I had touch screens and that seems to be all you can find. Of course, I'll probably cave once the baby is born and get a smart phoen so I can share pictures of him with family and friends easier.

love love love my smartphone. we will never be apart, not ever.

JMack1117 · September 2011

Danica3160:
Christine&Mario:

Goodfam11:
I hate it when people think I am incapable of picking up/moving/doing anything because I am pregnant. Hello. I am pregnant not handicapped! I know they're trying to be nice but it has always bugged the crap out of me. Trust me, if I need help, I will ask!

I love when people pick stuff up, move things and do things for me because I'm pregnant. I don't think it's because they believe I am incapable of doing it, but seriously, being pregnant is harder than it looks and while I wouldn't be one to ask a coworker, "hey could you pick up the piece of paper that I dropped?", I get sooo happy when they bend down and pick it up so that I don't have to make an a$$ of myself doing it! When I'm done being pregnant, I plan to go out of my way to help out the pregnant ladies of the world with their picking up/moving/doing anything needs!

I don't feel like enough people give me consideration for being pregnant... like giving up their seat. I just love when someone goes out of their way to notice I am pregnant and give a helping hand

I don't get that. I chose to have a baby, its not really anyone else's problem. Certainly, I think its a nice gesture when people do go out of their way, but I don't expect anyone to give me consideration for my delicate condition. Except for DH of course. I remind him every so often that its not a uter-me, its a uter-us!

Christine&Mario · September 2011

JMack1117:
Danica3160:

I don't feel like enough people give me consideration for being pregnant... like giving up their seat. I just love when someone goes out of their way to notice I am pregnant and give a helping hand

I don't get that. I chose to have a baby, its not really anyone else's problem. Certainly, I think its a nice gesture when people do go out of their way, but I don't expect anyone to give me consideration for my delicate condition. Except for DH of course. I remind him every so often that its not a uter-me, its a uter-us!

Somewhat disagree with this logic. If I am walking into Best Buy and somebody is walking out carrying a heavy television, I'm going to hold the door open because it's heavy and I don't want him to drop it and break his foot or television. Was it his choice to carry it out without getting help? Yep. Is it still common courtesy to hold the door open? I believe so.

Same thing with pregnancy. Yes, I chose to get pregnant, but it's a difficult condition and I think it's somewhere programmed into basic human courtesy to help out those who are in difficult conditions.

And with regard to giving up seats, I think it's a safety thing as much as a courtesy. A pregnant lady is more likely to lose her balance on the bus, pass out waiting for a table in the restaurant, etc. I think it's common courtesy to give up your seat for handicapped, elderly, and pregnant people, as well as anybody else who looks like they need the seat more than you do.

Yes to the uter-me/uter-us comment!

amkivell · September 2011

phelpsam:

My opinion......I don't think kids should watch tv. I'm sorry but when I was young we only watched tv when my dad might rent a pound puppies video for us at the video store. We played dolls and made forts at my grandparents house. At my cousin's house her son has total control over the tv. He will watch his disney movies over and over. When I lived there I think I saw shark boy and lava girl 20 times, because it was always on when I was downstairs. If we tried to watch an adult show he would throw a fit and cry until his mom put on his show and I went upstairs to my room. I'm sorry but as a 4 year old he watches way too much tv. I keep telling her to put him in day care so he will have other kids to play with.

Another one......sorry! Why do people let their kids play with their cell phones? When ever I'm at my grandma's house the great grandbabies all want my phone. I'm sorry but I paid $$$ for my phone. My grandma says "oh he just wants to see it". Sorry granny but are you or his dad gonna buy me a new phone? NO Now the dad's phone is busted up and has teeth marks on it. Hummmmm wonder why?

No opinion here - I just want to say that I LOVED pound puppies as a kid! Thanks for reminding me about this show!!!

varkeyr · September 2011

Christine&Mario:
honeybee #1:
Boy once someone throws out an idea, we allow follow don't we? Lol, I think that keys and cell phones should never be given to kids as toys. One of my keychains that I just bought is almost ruined from all the black crap all over my keys, who wants to let a child put that in their mouth? Because of course that's what they do. And don't kids want cell phones way to early these days anyway, why let them play with them from birth?

Along these lines...

I do not see why a child needs a cell phone before s/he can drive! I've told many people that I do not plan to give my daughter a cell phone until she is driving, and that she can take the responsiblity of finding a way to pay for the cell phone (and gas, and car insurance, and car payment) once the time comes. The first time that I can think of where a kid would need a cell phone is when the clunker car breaks down on the side of the road. What does a 6/7/8/9/10 year old need with a phone!?? And yet I hear that almost all the kids have them by 5th grade or so...

Saw a three year old with his own cell phone! All I can say is crazy!

Sorry my sixteen year old doesn't have a cell phone and says he doesn't want one. Now his Ipod, that he was given by a friend, is his best friend. And that is at least 3 years old.

rachaelski · September 2011

lunatunatoo:
littlewinnie15:
Janimal:

I disagree wholeheartedly. Technology is important and is the future. There is a difference between having technology as another resource, and gluing a kid to it.

There are AMAZING apps for kids for the iPad. I love that my 2 year old knows how to open and close windows and manipulate things on the iPad. And that we have used learning apps reinforcing her love of letters counting, etc. My kid will be 3 next month and she can do simple addition and subtraction. Not just because of the iPad of course, but because she loves learning and it's just one of the ways we stimulate her little mind. It's WAAAY cool to see her figuring things out and being proud of herself using it. Yeah, we use other resources too, and the iPad isn't necessary. But it's still cool.

The fact that something is "cool" doesn't warrant a school district spending thousands and thousands of dollars on it for 5 year old, IMO. Traditional learning can have the same effects as what you've stated. Yes, technology is great and kids need to get acclimated to it. But, I do not believe a 5 year old has any business taking care of and being responsible for their own $500 piece of "learning equipment".

If parents want to teach their kids on their ipads, wonderful. I grew up with technology, too, and it was enough to have 2 computers per classroom or a computer class to learn. I did not need my own laptop paid for by the city to learn successfully. Just sayin'.

I agree that the iPad for kindergartens is a bit overkill, but there is nothing wrong with introducing new, fun ways for children to learn. Technology is everywhere. So much more then I was was growing up (think 80's and 90's). We didn't start typing class until 5th grade and to now think of an 11 year that is just learning to type seems a bit late. Our kids will be growing up in a fast paced world where iPads, smart phones and notebooks are the norm. Kids can have cells phones and laptops - within reason and with parental supervisor.

I'm a teacher at a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focused school. We give each kid a laptop for the duration of the school year. I am pretty sure that I am SAVING taxpayers money in the cost that they'd spend for paper, printer costs, and costs of traditional textbooks. As an English teacher, my classroom is virtually paper free--through the use of a class wiki and online versions of readings.

I think it's great that kids are beginning to use technology right away. And you are crazy if you think that schools are actually paying the consumer price for iPads. If it's a district-wide thing, I'd bet that the school was getting them at half the consumer cost...or they may be first generation iPads donated to schools. There are quite a few programs which gave old iPads to classrooms.

Also, considering media literacy is a part of the required content standards for Language Arts & English, it is necessary for schools to focus on the integration of technology more explicitly. Two computers isn't going to cut it. Our expectations for learning have changed, and that means that the classroom resources needed change as well.

littlewinnie15 · September 2011

Janimal:
Seems to me the PARENTS are the ones responsible, not the school district who purchased computers.

I am glad our schools are focusing on technology. Our kids will NEED the skills to use technology, and many kids won't get that exposure at home.

Now, purchasing iPads for Kindergardners at the expense of not spending money on critical needs would be another matter. I would put low student/teacher ratios and healthy lunch options pretty high on my list of priorities, and above buying the little ones iPads.

Considering that my state is currently consolidating schools, closing some school entirely; firing teachers; cutting sports and music programs because of budget cuts - yeah, I'd say that the funds for iPads could be used for better things.

Yes, in the case I stated above it is the parents fault. But you cannot deny how over-exposed kids are to technology these days. However, once again, I'm not against teaching with/about technology here. I'm against the principal of buying every kindergarten child their own iPad. I cannot wrap my head around any reasoning why that would ever, ever be a good idea.

Buy one for each classroom. Teach a technology class where the iPads are shared, like we did with computers back in the day. Kids need to learn a lot of things... learning doesn't mean that each child is entitled to have a $500 piece of technology that I will not even shell out the money to buy myself.

littlewinnie15 · September 2011

rachaelski:
I'm a teacher at a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focused school. We give each kid a laptop for the duration of the school year. I am pretty sure that I am SAVING taxpayers money in the cost that they'd spend for paper, printer costs, and costs of traditional textbooks. As an English teacher, my classroom is virtually paper free--through the use of a class wiki and online versions of readings.
I think it's great that kids are beginning to use technology right away. And you are crazy if you think that schools are actually paying the consumer price for iPads. If it's a district-wide thing, I'd bet that the school was getting them at half the consumer cost...or they may be first generation iPads donated to schools. There are quite a few programs which gave old iPads to classrooms.
Also, considering media literacy is a part of the required content standards for Language Arts & English, it is necessary for schools to focus on the integration of technology more explicitly. Two computers isn't going to cut it. Our expectations for learning have changed, and that means that the classroom resources needed change as well.

In reference to the above, absolutely not. Quoted from the article written on this, "School officials hope the data will attract grant money to pay for iPads in future years. The $240,000 for iPads this year came from last year's school budget."

littlewinnie15 · September 2011

And, it sounds like you may teach older grades in your school? Again, I'm not knocking integrating technology...you are right for OLDER kids - say, middle school age where you may need a laptop to do your work. I don't see why, before that age, a child would need a laptop or iPad solely for their own use.

My DH coordinated the laptop initiative in our state. He's in IT, and he said not only was it a huge waste of money because the kids would break them, but they were also not effective because most of the teachers were not taught how to properly use them.

I would personally rather see $240,000 go toward hiring 5(ish) more teachers than to putting an iPad into a 5 years old's jelly-covered, sticky little fingers.

lunatunatoo · September 2011

littlewinnie15:
Janimal:

Seems to me the PARENTS are the ones responsible, not the school district who purchased computers.

I am glad our schools are focusing on technology. Our kids will NEED the skills to use technology, and many kids won't get that exposure at home.

Now, purchasing iPads for Kindergardners at the expense of not spending money on critical needs would be another matter. I would put low student/teacher ratios and healthy lunch options pretty high on my list of priorities, and above buying the little ones iPads.

Yes, in the case I stated above it is the parents fault. But you cannot deny how over-exposed kids are to technology these days. However, once again, I'm not against teaching with/about technology here. I'm against the principal of buying every kindergarten child their own iPad. I cannot wrap my head around any reasoning why that would ever, ever be a good idea.

Over exposed compared to 20, even 10 years ago? Of course. Over exposed in our current environment and considering how much more technologically advanced the world will be when our children are teenagers and adults? Absolutley not.

Again, it can all dwindle down to parental supervision

turtlewifey · September 2011

I I still don't like side by side double strollers, but I hadn't thought of the points that the PPs raised. Clearly, I don't know a lot about strollers. I guess that is why my opinion is "un" popular. Stick out tongue

Also, I maintain my stance that using a side by side stroller doesn't give one ownership of the entire sidewalk.

littlewinnie15 · September 2011

lunatunatoo:
Over exposed compared to 20, even 10 years ago? Of course. Over exposed in our current environment and considering how much more technologically advanced the world will be when our children are teenagers and adults? Absolutley not.
Again, it can all dwindle down to parental supervision

Over exposed in terms of the kids I know cannot hold a conversation from their mouths and not their fingertips. No matter how technologically advanced we are in the future, our children will still need to have social skills, write in cursive to sign their names, do physical activity to keep healthy.

Yes, the ownership of that does go back to the parents. If my child has the option of a laptop or iPad in school, you bet I will talk to the teacher about alternatives to my child using solely technology to do his/her work. And if my child is using technology all day at school, he/she will be going outside to play when they get home - not into their room to play video games.

beedawn · September 2011

909bride:
Kind of funny that people are posting about Elmo, Dora, etc. My opinion for today was going to be that I really dislike ANY cartoon character on clothing.

I could not agree more!! My FI's Mom likes to buy really tacky things for the baby, like Winnie the Pooh stuff, and we HATE it, but we can't say anything or she would get all butt hurt and throw pity parties. That's a story for a different day!

On this technology topic, I've decided that my child will be limited on how long he can play on the computer/play video games/watch tv each day. I want him to enjoy playing outside like I did as a child. I am absolutely all for them learning how to use computers/ipad/phones, etc while they are young, but these things should not be used as babysitters.

909bride · September 2011

kclear:

lunatunatoo:
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice is back. Hell yes.

yessssssss! that means just a short time until the peppermint mocha is back as well!

Yes!!! This is my favorite!!!!!!!

Edmondmum · September 2011

I hate Ann Curry as the co-host of The Today's show! She's not soccer mom enough for the position next to all around favorite Matt Lower. I miss Meredith terribly.

Having Ann as co-host, has totally changed the dynamic. She's such a raging liberal b**ch and I loved that about her. As news anchor she used to slam any conservative that came on the show and now she's just polite, I've also mentioned they have Matt do most conservatives interviews lately.

Plus she's not funny and there's no poking fun at her like Meredith.

ashleylach · September 2011

mrs. remy:
On the technology topic, I am a total caveman when it comes to technology and I don't care. I have zero desire to have a smartphone. I have internet both at home and at work all day, why would I also need it for the time I am traveling back and forth to work or out running errands? I kind of miss the days where you could actually leave your house for a few hours and be *gasp* unreachable. Now its like people freak if they don't hear back from you in 30 seconds.

You have no idea how many times my smartphone has literally saved my butt. I'm a development manager for a non-profit so I go out and visit companies all the time, unfortunately I'm not from DC so if my GPS breaks (which it does alot) then i use my smartphone to mapquest me new directions. I would literally lose my job if I missed a meeting with a potential company...thank you Blackberry for helping me keep my job.

I would be lost if I had to pull out a map or something.

lunatunatoo · September 2011

909bride:
kclear:

lunatunatoo:
Starbucks Pumpkin Spice is back. Hell yes.

yessssssss! that means just a short time until the peppermint mocha is back as well!

Yes!!! This is my favorite!!!!!!!

::drooling:: oh peppermint mocha - I will have to try that this year!

pinklilly122 · September 2011

phelpsam:

do people let their kids play with their cell phones? When ever I'm at my grandma's house the great grandbabies all want my phone. I'm sorry but I paid $$$ for my phone. My grandma says "oh he just wants to see it". Sorry granny but are you or his dad gonna buy me a new phone? NO Now the dad's phone is busted up and has teeth marks on it. Hummmmm wonder why?

THIS!!!! I was just talking about this today, I saw an ad for a kid toy you can put your iphone to protect it but the kid can still play with it. really? This is why kids are so antisocial now a days they play with way to much technology!

alyss0nl · September 2011

I am just so over this heat. It's absolutely draining, making pregnancy unenjoyable at times. The high today was 110 degrees. At my school, teachers and staff have to supervise the playground during recess. I become a mean cranky teacher afterwards, and it really sucks. When I see people on here complain about how "hot" it is wherever they live, try living here with 110 degrees or more plus humidity! Gah, I don't feel sorry for you!

Ok, rant over.

Also, how are some already done with their nurseries? How do you find the time? By the time I get home from work, all I want to do is lay down. Weekends are spent doing everything I didn't do during the week. How does one get it all done?

On the technology opinion, yes I didn't grow up with all the latest technology, but to say now what you'll do 5 plus years down the road is a little ridiculous. I know as an educator, embracing what a child has known since practically birth will help in the classroom since they can make that connection. I'm shocked and impressed at the same time when I see a 7 year old operate a computer as well as an adult. I guess my opinion is to embrace the technology.

alyss0nl · September 2011

rachaelski:
lunatunatoo:
littlewinnie15:
Janimal:

I disagree wholeheartedly. Technology is important and is the future. There is a difference between having technology as another resource, and gluing a kid to it.

There are AMAZING apps for kids for the iPad. I love that my 2 year old knows how to open and close windows and manipulate things on the iPad. And that we have used learning apps reinforcing her love of letters counting, etc. My kid will be 3 next month and she can do simple addition and subtraction. Not just because of the iPad of course, but because she loves learning and it's just one of the ways we stimulate her little mind. It's WAAAY cool to see her figuring things out and being proud of herself using it. Yeah, we use other resources too, and the iPad isn't necessary. But it's still cool.

The fact that something is "cool" doesn't warrant a school district spending thousands and thousands of dollars on it for 5 year old, IMO. Traditional learning can have the same effects as what you've stated. Yes, technology is great and kids need to get acclimated to it. But, I do not believe a 5 year old has any business taking care of and being responsible for their own $500 piece of "learning equipment".

If parents want to teach their kids on their ipads, wonderful. I grew up with technology, too, and it was enough to have 2 computers per classroom or a computer class to learn. I did not need my own laptop paid for by the city to learn successfully. Just sayin'.

I agree that the iPad for kindergartens is a bit overkill, but there is nothing wrong with introducing new, fun ways for children to learn. Technology is everywhere. So much more then I was was growing up (think 80's and 90's). We didn't start typing class until 5th grade and to now think of an 11 year that is just learning to type seems a bit late. Our kids will be growing up in a fast paced world where iPads, smart phones and notebooks are the norm. Kids can have cells phones and laptops - within reason and with parental supervisor.

I'm a teacher at a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) focused school. We give each kid a laptop for the duration of the school year. I am pretty sure that I am SAVING taxpayers money in the cost that they'd spend for paper, printer costs, and costs of traditional textbooks. As an English teacher, my classroom is virtually paper free--through the use of a class wiki and online versions of readings.

I think it's great that kids are beginning to use technology right away. And you are crazy if you think that schools are actually paying the consumer price for iPads. If it's a district-wide thing, I'd bet that the school was getting them at half the consumer cost...or they may be first generation iPads donated to schools. There are quite a few programs which gave old iPads to classrooms.

Also, considering media literacy is a part of the required content standards for Language Arts & English, it is necessary for schools to focus on the integration of technology more explicitly. Two computers isn't going to cut it. Our expectations for learning have changed, and that means that the classroom resources needed change as well.

Thank you! I was trying to explain it but was distracted by the saints game. I just received my BA in Elementary Ed in May, and had an entire class dedicated to classroom technology. Many people don't realize state standards have changed and teachers must incorporate some form of technology into their lesson plans. Since I work at a special needs school, our focus is a little different than typical elementary classrooms, but still must meet those standards.

Janimal · September 2011

pinklilly122:
phelpsam:

do people let their kids play with their cell phones? When ever I'm at my grandma's house the great grandbabies all want my phone. I'm sorry but I paid $$$ for my phone. My grandma says "oh he just wants to see it". Sorry granny but are you or his dad gonna buy me a new phone? NO Now the dad's phone is busted up and has teeth marks on it. Hummmmm wonder why?

THIS!!!! I was just talking about this today, I saw an ad for a kid toy you can put your iphone to protect it but the kid can still play with it. really? This is why kids are so antisocial now a days they play with way to much technology!

Ahh, but when you want to go to a restaurant, and you have exhausted the usual ways to entertain your toddler when the food hasn't arrived, all your crayons are on the floor and you've run out of creative ways to play with the sugar packets, having an app or a cartoon on your iPhone is like MAGIC! -- not just for parents who want to eat, but for the other people in the restaurant who don't find your kid as charming as you.

My kid is not ruined by technology, it's just another resource. We can manage it!

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