Google stopped giving security updates to Android 12 phones, this happened after those phones were used for four years.
Imagine your phone is like a toy, and Google added new safety features, but not anymore for older Android 12 phones.
Most phones using Android 12 already don't get new features anyway, so it won't make a big difference for most kids.
It's a good idea to use a newer phone, like upgrading to a new toy, to keep it safe and fun!