> That's a terrible idea, what if they are in a ditch with a broken leg after falling off a bike?
Then they'll have great survival skills.
Or... you know... not.
Then they'll have great survival skills.
Or... you know... not.
Are there risks? Sure. But there are risks in everything. And, by the way, that phone can distract your kid while crossing the road, ending up in a much more likely dangerous situation.
Plus, the idea is not about banning phones altogether but rather regulating them, using them wisely. You know, like how we should use literally any tool ever invented? Having an appropriate usage based on age and situation is called responsible parenting, not Orwellian control.
We can either raise a generation of mindless zombies glued to screens, or we can try and foster responsible and thoughtful use of technology. I know which one I'd prefer.