Computers & the Internet

• Find Ways To Help Others Online

  Children care about the world around them. They want to do something to help. Using a computer, they can now help more easily.

• Choosing Educational Software for Children

  Computers can help children learn. But some software seems only to teach kids how to kill alien invaders.

• Will Your Teen Benefit From an Online Course?

  Most teenagers use the Internet to help them with school courses. But some are now using it to take school courses.

Evaluating Internet Sources

• Help Your Child Evaluate Internet Information

  As students use the Web for research more and more, it’s important that they know which sources they can rely on.

• Help Your Teen Evaluate Internet Sites

  The Internet is a valuable tool for helping with homework and research projects. But as with all tools, the best results will come from the most careful use.

• 5 Ways To Evaluate Online Material

  Teens get much of their information online. But it may be of dubious value.

Limiting Screen Time

• Less Screen Time Reduces Obesity Risk

  Children who balance their TV and computer time with physical activity are far less likely to be overweight.

• TV Log Can Increase Student Awareness and Responsibility

  A recent study found that eighth graders spent four times as many hours each week watching television as they did studying.

• Counteract Negative Effects Of Television With These Tips

  Parents can’t control what shows are aired on television.

Internet Safety Downloadables

More Internet Safety Articles

• Prevent Online Bullying

  Online “cyberbullying” can be as cruel as anything that happens on the playground—and harder to defeat.

• School and the Internet: What You Should Know

  How students are using the Internet at school, and precautions you should take at home.

• What Is Your School’s Internet Policy?

  Eight key question to ask your child’s teacher.

• Internet Safety Tips for Parents

  Kids need to use the Internet; these tips will help you keep them safe.

• MySpace and Facebook: What You Should Know

  Social networking sites keep growing in popularity. Here are 10 things to get parents up to speed.