Before the First Phone - A Beginner’s Checklist for Parents to Prepare Kids Under 13 for Smartphone Responsibility #917989

The first smartphone is a milestone—but also a minefield. Parents want to give kids independence and connection, but worry about safety, screen time, and responsibility. The good news: with the right preparation, you can set your child up for success long before the device lands in their hands.

Before the First Phone is a beginner-friendly guide that walks parents through a practical checklist to determine whether their child is ready for a smartphone. Covering digital maturity, safety basics, responsibility habits, and family expectations, this book ensures that saying “yes” doesn’t feel like a leap of faith.

Inside, you’ll find age-appropriate readiness questions, family rule templates, and conversation scripts designed for kids under 13. By the end, you’ll know exactly what your child needs to demonstrate—both online and offline—before taking on the privilege of a phone.

Smartphone readiness isn’t about the latest model—it’s about the mindset and maturity to use it wisely. This checklist gives you the clarity and confidence to make that decision with peace of mind.