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Toddlers love to imitate grown-ups¹, so old cell phones and toy versions are often big hits with little ones. But how soon should you give your child a real cell phone? An American Academy of Pediatrics expert says 11-12 years is the earliest. Kids who are busy talking, texting and playing games or music on their cell phones may spend less time interacting with other kids and family. Research says they also pay less attention to traffic and physical surroundings that could put them in danger.²

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The American Academy of Pediatrics says an hour or two of television per day is plenty for children, and kids under two shouldn't watch at all. To make sure the time your toddler spends in front of the TV is good for him: 1) look for programs with educational content and positive characters and values, 2) instead of letting your child "watch TV," allow him to watch specific programs and turn the set off when they're over and 3) stay away from violent shows, which can trigger aggressive behavior.

Source: “Smart Guide to Kid's TV,” http://www.aap.org/family/smarttv.htm, accessed December 23, 2008