February 2018 There are so many teachable moments in our children's lives. Many times we just need to take advantage of the teachable moments. The teaching doesn't have to be perfect, but the more prepared you are, the smoother those moments will go. Two critical moments in the digital world are first phone and turning 13 . Let's dive into those moments. First Phone Establish rules and maybe even a contract with your child. Some things to consider: Where should the phone be charged? Is the phone allowed in your child's bedroom at night? Is the phone allowed to be at school with your child? Will you be monitoring the phone? Who can your child contact with the phone? What social media sites can your child be on? Is the phone allowed at meals? Is your child allowed to send photos? What sites is your child allowed to access independently? How will your child create a positive digital footprint while using the phone? (See digital activity below.) What are