>> it's developing habits sooner, but it's also learning a little bit at a time rather than getting your first phone at 13, 14, fully loaded and then trying to learn everything all at once. >> reporter: devorah heitner runs workshops on kids and phones. she says parents need to ask themselves some questions. >> is your kid impulsive? are they going to blow up their life with a few angry texts? is your kid able to be honest about you and accountable. >> reporter: and in the mongst before the phone, she says discuss bound reas with your child and role play to teach them good phone manners. >> th...