Not ready to give your child a smartphone? Consumer Reports recommends smartwatches for kids [Video]

Many parents and caregivers face a modern-day technological dilemma. They want to stay connected with their children, but aren’t ready to give them a smartphone.

One alternative is a smartwatch designed specifically for kids.

Consumer Reports has the low down on the high-tech watches that might be the perfect solution.

If you’re not ready to hand your kid their first feature filled smartphone just yet, but want them to stay in touch as they grow more independent, you’re not alone. That’s why some parents are turning to smartwatches instead of phones.

Kids’ smartwatches offer a lot of the same communication benefits as a smartphone, like calling and texting, but with more security, privacy and control by the parents.

Most are stand-alone devices with cellular connections that don’t require a smartphone. They offer lots of features beyond calling and texting, including music, games, alarms, step counters, and some even include video chatting.

Most offer GPS, which is one of the features that …