Medline Plus: Medical Information Resource [web resource]
MedlinePlus is the National Institutes of Health‘s Web site produced by the National Library of Medicine, the world’s largest medical library. Read more ›
The Internet can be a wonderful resource for kids. They can use it to research school reports, communicate with teachers and other kids, and play interactive games. Kids who are old enough to swipe a screen can have access to the world. But that access can also pose hazards.
That’s why it’s important to be aware of what your kids see and hear on the Internet, who they meet, and what they share about themselves online. Read more ›
According to Larry Magid, technology journalist and CEO and co-founder of ConnectSafely.org, “…while it’s true that there are some privacy and security risks that are beyond our control, there is a lot we can do to protect ourselves.”
First and foremost, create strong passwords that are easy for you to remember but difficult for others to guess. Read more ›
NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, educational program of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) that provides age-appropriate resources to help teach children how to be safer on- and offline. The program is designed for children, parents and guardians, educators, and law enforcement.
Targeted for elementary-school-age students, Read more ›
How much media and Internet use is too much? Learn when you should intervene and set limits. Read more ›
What are the signs that your child is a victim of cyber bullying? Learn more about cyber bullying and its affects. Read more ›
Why do teens send explicit images and messages? How common is it, and how should you approach the topic with your child? Read more ›