October 29, 2007
Make it a safe Halloween
Parents who let their children go trick-or-treating alone might want to equip the candy-hunters with cell phones. That way they can call or text home to say “I’m on Second Street, heading toward the library” and parents will know exactly where they are. McAlester News-Capital offers some practical advice.
Cell phones have alarm clocks, which can be programmed to go off when it’s time for the trick-or-treaters to head home.
Also, emergency numbers can be pre-programmed into the phone so children can get help quickly.
“A cell phone is a great safety tool for kids during Halloween,” said Michael Edwards, director of sales for U.S. Cellular. “If you keep it fun for them, they’ll be more likely to use it. Invite children to use camera phones to take pictures of their friends’ costumes or their favorite decorations. Get kids interested in the phone and they’ll be more comfortable using it when they need to.”
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