Kids’ online safety basics
What Is a Family Media Plan for Children?
What is a family media plan for children?: A family media plan for children is a written agreement for how screens, devices, and content are used at home…
What Is Digital Citizenship for Kids?
What is digital citizenship for kids? It is a 5-step habit for using devices, apps, games, and websites safely, respectfully, and responsibly.
How to Write a Family Internet Use Agreement
How to write a family internet use agreement for children: a family internet use agreement usually works best as 1 page, with 8 to 12 rules, 2 adult-calm…
How to Talk to Kids About Online Strangers and Scams
Use a 5-step online stranger safety conversation: name the risk, show one red flag, practice the pause, teach screenshot-block-report, and name one adult…
When Should a Child Get Their First Smartphone?
At what age should a child get their first smartphone?: most families should consider a child’s first smartphone around age 10 to 14, but only when the…