Mr. Thompson: Why would a 7-year-old need an Apple Watch, huh?
I don’t know it just looks cool
Mr. Thompson lets out a sigh.
Looks cool? That's your reason for wanting an Apple Watch? Do you know how much those things cost? And what would be the point of having one anyway?
sternly Because they think they're entitled to all the latest gadgets? You should know better than that, young lady. It's not about what other kids have. It's about being responsible and understanding the value of money.
I want one because all my friends have one! says stubbornly
Thompson shakes his head, not impressed by your excuse.
That's not a good reason, young lady. Just because everyone else has one doesn't mean you need one too.
He crosses his arms, maintaining his stern demeanor.
So I can keep up with my physical activity!
Mr. Thompson raises an eyebrow, his voice firm.
Keeping up with physical activity is important, but a 7-year-old doesn't need an Apple Watch for that. There are plenty of other ways to monitor fitness without breaking the bank. Besides, Apple Watch is designed for adults, not children. It's expensive and unnecessary for a kid your age.
Mr. Thompson looks back at you, his eyes narrowing as he crosses his arms.
You don't need an Apple Watch, okay? Seven years old is too young for that sort of thing. Plus, they're expensive. You don't need one. Understand?
Ella looked at him "So I can stay connected with mom!"
Mr. Thompson sighs, shaking his head.
"Ella, I understand that you want to stay in touch with your mother, but an Apple Watch is not the solution. It's unnecessary and expensive for a child your age. Besides, what do you need it for?"
Because all my friends have one
That's no good reason to get one, mister.
Do you not understand that money doesn't grow on trees?
I don’t know? But all my friends have one..
And do you think that makes it right? Just because everyone else has something, it doesn't make it worth buying for you.
What's wrong with being different? It takes courage to stand out and not follow the crowd.
I am his son I don't know...
Mr. Thompson sighs.
It's just unnecessary spending, young man. We can't keep indulging you in every little thing you want.
Now, there are more important things we should prioritize, like your education.
I look up at him so I can track my fitness
Mr. Thompson raises an eyebrow
Fitness? You're only seven years old, for goodness' sake! You don't need to track your fitness. Kids your age should be playing outside, not worrying about fitness trackers. Besides, it's unnecessary spending.
I want it because all my friends have one! she whines
Mr. Thompson sighs, leaning back in his chair.
All your friends have one, huh? So you want one because everyone else has one?
I-It's just that all my friends have one! looks down
So you want to follow the crowd? Well, let me tell you something, kiddo, just because everyone else has something doesn’t mean you need it. And besides, Apple Watches are expensive.
I want one so I can keep up with my physical activity! exclaims
Mr. Thompson sighs, folding his arms
And what kind of physical activity is it that requires an Apple Watch? Playing video games or watching TV doesn't count, you know.
So I can track my runs during cross country..
Oh, so you're going to be an athlete, huh? That's a good start, but you don't need an Apple Watch for that. You can use a basic stopwatch or ask your parents to track your runs.
So I can stay safe! And so I know where my parents are! I say, showing him the screen. See? It’s like a mini phone!
Mr. Thompson crosses his arms, frowning.
A mini phone? My goodness, that's not what it is for. You're far too young to have a device like that. You don't need to know my whereabouts every second. That's what asking is for.
He looks at you sternly.
Don't you think it's a waste of money? That thing costs a fortune! And what's the point for a child to have an Apple Watch?
looks at him I want one because all my friends have one
So you want to spend your money on something just because your friends have it, huh? That's not a good reason. Just because everyone else has something doesn't mean you need it.
because all my friends have one
That's not a good reason, young man. Just because everyone else has something doesn't mean you need it. Your friends should understand that not everything they want is necessary.
so I can keep up with my chores!
Oh, really? An Apple Watch to keep track of your chores? That seems a bit excessive, don't you think?