Trying to keep up on the latest technology in order to keep kids safe is a full time job. Since we’re a small non-profit, I don’t have all day to just browse the Internet and read about every app, website or gadget that I need to know about....
They’ve done it again. Common Sense Media has come out with a “Camp Virtual” Guide. It is list of fun and educational things your kids can do online this summer and they are grouped by typical “summer activities” like...
Every once in a while I receive a letter from a reader or subscriber who wants to share some resources they’ve found useful. This is one such entry. Sarah, who is a a Library Assistant was helping a member of their library. They were searching...
Do you know what ASL means? Internet Lingo continutes to evolve, and we all need to pay attention to this language that kids speak (type). A tip of the hat to one of our website visitors, a teacher, who sent in an article from the Hosting Reviews...
We just found a great new resource. If you think you have been the victim of Internet Crime, or if an email or post has you thinking someone is trying to victimize you, turn to the Internet Crime Complaint Center (iC3). The center is a partnership...
My computer? Its just an expensive solitaire game. That’s what my mom used to say. I would try to show her how to manage files, browse the Internet, etc, but it scared her. She was always afraid she was going “to break it”. Do you...
Some time ago we highlighted a video contest brought to you by Trend Micro and Facebook – among others. A lot of great organizations like Childnet International, iKeepSafe, WEBWISEKIDS and Common Sense Media were also sponsors and judges....
Cyberbullying has so many forms and definitions. One of the resources we use is the Cyberbullying Research Center. I have had the privilege of hearing Dr. Justin W. Patchin, one of the founders, speak at a conference. They put out good sound advice...
I stumbled upon this site today and thought it might be good for teachers and parents to use in the classroom and at home. There are plenty of topics and teachable moments all presented in a form your students and children run to – Videos!...
Our friends across the pond at Childnet International have come out with a great new guide for parents and teachers. There are timely tips for all of us about the do’s and don’ts of downloading music, streaming from YouTube, TV shows...