Should Kids Have Their Own Laptops? By Junhao

1/7/2012

Imagine a classroom where kids are asking their teacher questions every second. Whoever that teacher is, she would be very busy constantly answering questions. If kids had their own laptops, they could look up the answers to their own questions, instead of constantly asking their teacher. I think kids should have their own laptops at school because then they could do their own research anytime they have a question, they could practice their computer skills, and parents would save money on buying thumb drives for their kids.

If kids had their own laptops, then they wouldn't need to bother with a thumb drive. Some parents don't have enough money to buy thumb drives for their kids. In addition, when students use thumb drives, they have to carefully use "Save As," which takes a long time. Sometimes their work doesn't even save correctly on the thumb drive. If kids have their own laptops, they could just use "Save," and it does not take a long time at all. Parents wouldn't have to spend their money or look for inexpensive thumb drives.

Kids should also have their own laptops because it really helps kids practice their computer skills. With lots of practice, kids can type really fast, so they could type a long essay very quickly. Kids will get better with all technology skills when they have their own laptop. This may help them get a better job when they grow up because they will have technology experience.

The future is about technology. If students want to someday get jobs about technology, they need to start practicing their skills now. If they don't know how to use the technologies for their job, they won't get paid. It is so important for kids to have their own laptops to be ready for jobs and college.

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Bella

1/9/2012 06:00:03 am

Good idea for kids to have their own laptops, so long as they really make full use of the laptop for study, but not for playing games. I agree with you to access high tech stuff at early age and it will benefit their future career.

Nathalie Horowicz-Mehler

1/10/2012 10:20:48 pm

Dear Junhao,

I enjoyed reading your blog

While I second the need for kids to gain computer skills at an early age, I would like to share some limitations about computers.

It is true that some families cannot afford thumb-drives, which are less than $50 but these same families would then not be able to purchase computers which cost upwards of $500.

In addition, if your thumb-drive doesn't work sometimes, imagine how likely it is for a more complex machine to fail!

All in all, if schools can purchase computers through grants, the key thing is for kids to use them as much as they can at school.

Sincerely,
Nathalie (Yoav and Sarah's mom)

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6/4/2012 10:53:46 am

yah thay should

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12/5/2012 02:04:45 am

kids already know how to use a laptop every body needs one always in a rush

5/5/2015 05:03:18 am

So awesome

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anonymous

5/23/2012 12:00:24 pm

I think it's a great idea! Some people say to much money, but I agree with having that. Some others say that takes away kids doing good handwriting,but also pretty soon everything is going to be tech. SO I LOVE IT!!

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12/5/2012 02:13:55 am

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BRUH.. Whoever you are and whatever your age is, you were a kid once.

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5/28/2012 05:07:20 pm

every kids have now busy with technology and having a laptop so why not your kid. good blog

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5/30/2012 05:43:57 am

i think we should get laptops so we can have them were ever we go

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11/20/2016 01:55:17 pm

Dear Author,
I very much agree with you on this topic. It is not my wish to contradict you. However, your statement shows many flaws. I hope my advice helps you at least a little bit.
First of all, if parents can't afford thumbdrive, which are usually under $30, hw are they going to able to afford a at least $400 laptop?!
In addition, if students do not know how to use a thumb drive, how are they able to work with a highly advanced laptop?

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9/12/2017 09:16:05 pm

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Man On The Internet

3/15/2018 01:53:05 pm

Dear author,this was very imformative. But,is it for or against kids having their own laptops to use for who knows what?

Replying to:Man On The Internet

4/24/2018 01:42:15 pm

It is for children having Laptops. I think its very useful that we have technology here at our midst. But when I took away my child's laptop,she stayed in her room crying for 3 days. After that,I still kept my daughter's laptop. I kept it for a long time. When she handed me her 2nd trimester report card,I was shocked that she got bad grades in school when she had NOTHING to distract her with. She told me"I'm not trying anymore. I hate school." I got mad at her,as a parent. But my child was taking her tantrum seriously. She almost never left her room,and her teacher said that she was the only kid who wouldn't play outside. She didn't have anymore friends because when she had her laptop,she could chat and have fun with them. I had decided to give her back her laptop,then,like magic,everything turned around.

5/10/2018 01:26:36 pm

t is for children having Laptops. I think its very useful that we have technology here at our midst. But when I took away my child's laptop,she stayed in her room crying for 3 days. After that,I still kept my daughter's laptop. I kept it for a long time. When she handed me her 2nd trimester report card,I was shocked that she got bad grades in school when she had NOTHING to distract her with. She told me"I'm not trying anymore. I hate school." I got mad at her,as a parent. But my child was taking her tantrum seriously. She almost never left her room,and her teacher said that she was the only kid who wouldn't play outside. She didn't have anymore friends because when she had her laptop,she could chat and have fun with them. I had decided to give her back her laptop,then,like magic,everything turned around.

Alice Rotenbarger

5/10/2018 01:31:17 pm

My child was addicted,and when I took all his electronic devices,he got bad grades,lonely and anti-social. Can anyone tell me why this is so?

Kelsi Brown

9/9/2020 04:41:57 pm

Because you did not provide any balance or structure. Its like giving a kid $50 and sending them to the candy store alone. They are going to buy $50 worth of candy. As a parent it is your job to set boundaries and rules. For example no computer before homework is done, 1-2hrs of computer during the weekday and 4hrs on the weekends. Having an addiction to technology can be a very dangerous addiction and can have a negative impact on your child's mental health.

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ezequiel

12/13/2018 12:18:43 pm

whats the hole point of teachers then,and if they search the answer how are they going to get the answer right without technology.

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9/9/2020 04:44:57 pm

Do I think children should have their own laptops at school-No. I think each school should have a computer lab and each class has set times through the week that they go to the lab. I think they should have a library with computers as well for research and writing purposes. Should they have their own laptops at home-this should be up to the parent and if the parent can afford it.

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1/25/2021 07:36:28 am

My 2 years old boy is an addict of cell phones. Yes I want him to learn technical skills, but its dangerous too. Recently I bought a pretend baby laptop for him but I know sooner or later he will loose his interest and will demand of my original one. I need experienced mommies suggestions how to refrain him from using phone for too long.

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3/7/2022 09:33:08 am

honey please go do your homework you can worry about computers later if your not done with your homework by 9:00 you will lose your xbox privileges

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1/30/2023 07:57:57 am

If kids had their own laptops, then they wouldn't need to bother with a thumb drive. Some parents don't have enough money to buy thumb drives for their kids. Thank you for making this such an awesome post!

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5/11/2023 07:53:16 am

Your ideas are so unique and refreshing. It's always great to read something that challenges my perspective.

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