What type of riders are added to a policy to cover children specifically?

The correct answer, which identifies the type of rider specifically designed to cover children under a life insurance policy, is the child rider. This rider allows parents to add coverage for their children at an additional premium but typically at a lower cost than obtaining individual policies for each child. It provides a specific death benefit if a covered child passes away during the period the rider is in effect.

Child riders cater to the needs of families by simplifying the insurance process, ensuring that children are covered under the parent's policy without having to purchase multiple separate policies. This can be especially beneficial for parents looking to ensure financial protection without incurring high costs.

The other types of riders mentioned do not specifically target coverage for children. For instance, a contingent rider provides coverage under certain conditions but doesn't specifically focus on children. A family term rider refers to coverage for an entire family but again does not focus solely on children as the child rider does. An accidental death rider generally covers the insured in the event of death due to an accident, which is unrelated to providing coverage specifically for children.