Cell Phone Plans for Children
The idea of cell phone plans for children is starting to catch on. While all kids don't have cell phones, it won't be long before they do. It just makes sense for kids to have their own cell phones to facilitate communication among family and friends. Many cell phone companies are now offering special cell phone plans for children to encourage parents to buy their children cell phones and service plans because they are safe and affordable.
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Monthly Plans
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Many of the top cell phone service providers are offering kid service plans. Usually the service is very affordable and can be linked to a parent's account.
Prepaid Plans
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Kid cell phones may also be funded with prepaid minutes and texts. This gives parents the control over how many minutes and texts the child uses each month. It's great at teaching responsibility and managing one's minutes.
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GPS Locator
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Cell phone service plans for kids usually include a phone with GPS so parents can always track where their kids are online. This is a great feature that makes parents more likely to choose a kid cell phone service plan.
No Contracts or Access Fee
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Some just-for-kids cell phone plans don't require contracts or activation fees. This makes it easier for parents to give in and get their child a cell phone. Not to mention, with no contracts, it's easier to take the cell phone away if a child is not managing it correctly.Some kid cell phone plans that are not linked to a parent's account may have access fees. These are fees that must be paid so minutes don't expire.
Kid Friendly Phones
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Many kid cell phone plans include kid friendly cell phones. Usually, they have fewer buttons and capabilities that make them easier for kids to use. Service plans for kids frequently include a free or discounted phone, while prepaid services usually require the purchase of a phone.
Online Minute Management
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One benefit some cell phone service providers are offering is online minute management. This gives parents total control over how many minutes the child has, and it may be modified at any time. Kids may be rewarded with additional minutes by their parents or have them taken away! Traditional cell phone plans don't offer this benefit.
More Text Messages
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Many of the cell phone service plans for kids have more text messages than minutes. That's because kids are more likely to text than they are to call. An emergency number is always available on the phone, though, no matter how many minutes or texts are available. This includes 911 and a parent's number.
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