Why your child should get Snapchat?
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Why your child should get Snapchat?
So what’s good about Snapchat? Kids can express their creativity by picking filters and drawing on their photos and videos. Also, there are no “like” buttons to press so there is no obsession over how many Likes you are getting as can be the case on apps like Instagram and Musical.ly.
Should I allow my 11 year old to have Snapchat?
Legally, you are supposed to be at least 13 years old to use Snapchat (although like Instagram, many kids under 13 are already using it). If you are under 18, you are supposed to get parental permission. There is a version for kids under 13 called Snapkidz. For now, I won’t let my 11 year old get Snapchat.
Should my 13 year old daughter have a boyfriend?
Some kids may start expressing interest in having a boyfriend or girlfriend as early as age 10 while others are 12 or 13 before they show any interest. The key is for parents to remember that the tween years are a time of transition. That said, try not to be overwhelmed by your tween’s budding interest in dating.
How to convince your parents to let you have Snapchat?
Although the app can be fun, sometimes parents feel like it is dangerous or that you are too young to use it. You can try to convince your parents to let you have Snapchat by asking them if you can download the app politely and coming up with compromises so that they feel more comfortable about you having it. Show them that you are responsible.
How can I convince my parents to let their kids use Instagram?
Many parents won’t want to be on Instagram anyway, but this step shows them that you are willing to compromise and have nothing to conceal. This is also a great way to show parents how simple Instagram is to use, which may help them feel more comfortable with the app. Have a discussion, not an argument.
If your parents won’t let you have any social media, the first one you should ask about is getting a Facebook. There are strict privacy settings on Facebook and you can have your parents as friends so they can see that you are being safe.
Should you restrict your parents’ social media use?
Take heart in knowing that your parents love you enough to make the difficult decision to restrict social media use. Show them they can trust you with smaller things, like if you have rules about what time you can be on your phone make sure to follow them as closely as possible.