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Technology use and safety needs to be an ongoing conversation between parents and children.  Here are a few resources with tips and tricks for keeping kids safe online.

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ENOUGH IS ENOUGH - Internet Safety 101

 http://www.internetsafety101.org/agebasedguidlines.htm


COMMON SENSE MEDIA - 5 Myths and Truths About Kids' Internet Safety

If you believe everything you hear about kids online, you might think pedophiles and cyberbullies are around every cyber-corner. Yes, there is bad stuff out there. But the truth is, there's a lot of good, and some experts are arguing against a "techno-panic mindset" that worries parents unnecessarily. The bottom line is that we can't keep our kids safe if we don't know the facts. Here are the five most popular myths about Internet safety -- and the truths that can set your worries free.

https://www.commonsensemedia.org/blog/5-myths-and-truths-about-kids-internet-safety
  
   

NETSMARTZ - Basic Internet Safety

NetSmartz invites you to learn about the issues surrounding your children’s online lives. Then use the discussion starters to help you begin a dialogue about safety with your children. 

http://www.netsmartz.org/InternetSafety
   
  

WEBWISE - Internet Safety Advice: Top 10 Tips for Parents

The thoughts of what your child might come across online can be worrying. Check out our top internet safety advice to make sure going online is a positive experience for you and your child.

http://www.webwise.ie/parents/advice-top-10-tips-for-parents/
 

Internet Safety Tips from Verizon

https://www.verizon.com/info/digital-security/internet-safety-for-kids/?wireline_gn_exp=1-353552

 

Connectsafely.org (formerly safekids.com)

Lots of resources for internet safety including parent guides to popular Social Media platforms such as Tik-Tok, Snapchat and Instagram.

https://www.connectsafely.org/