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.

• 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.

• Choosing Educational Software for Children

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

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.

• The Seven C’s of Internet Sources

  More teens are turning to the Internet when doing research. But not all sites are reliable.

• Before Using Content, Teens Should Evaluate Source

  There’s a wealth of information on the Internet. But not all of it is accurate.

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.

• Help Your Child Make Good Choices About Watching TV

  There’s no question that television influences children—sometimes for the better and sometimes the worse.

• 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.