Parent Resources
In our ever-evolving digital landscape, equipping our children with the tools and knowledge to navigate the online world safely and responsibly is more important than ever. We understand the significance of fostering digital citizenship skills, and we are committed to providing resources to support each child's digital journey.
- Internet Matters - Parental Control Guides
- This article offers guidance on online safety topics such as parental controls, screen time management, cyberbullying, protecting personal information, and fostering positive digital habits.
- Common Sense Media - Ratings and Reviews Parents Trust
- Common Sense Media offers reviews and ratings of movies, TV shows, books, apps, games, and websites to help parents determine content appropriateness for children of different ages. It also provides educational resources on topics like digital citizenship, online safety, and media literacy to ensure children have positive and enriching digital experiences.
- Common Sense Media - AI Literacy Initiative
- Common Sense Media resources on AI literacy and how we can encourage critical thinking, curiosity, and creativity while using AI.
- Generative AI Chatbots | Common Sense Media
- NetSmartz Workshop - Online Safety
- NetSmartz is a program managed by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, provides interactive resources to help parents and children learn about online safety. They offer videos, games, and tip sheets on various digital citizenship topics.
- Boston Children's Digital Wellness Lab
- Boston Children's Digital Wellness Lab focuses on studying and promoting healthy digital habits and behaviors among children and adolescents. Its mission includes conducting research, creating resources, and providing education to enhance digital wellness and address risks like excessive screen time and social media use.
- Google's Be Internet Awesome
- Google's Be Internet Awesome is a program that provides a curriculum for parents and educators to teach children about online safety, privacy, and digital citizenship. It features interactive games and activities designed to help kids develop critical thinking skills and make responsible online decisions.
- Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI)
- FOSI offers resources and tools to help parents, educators, and policymakers address online safety issues. They provide guides, research reports, and tip sheets covering topics such as social media use, online gaming, and digital literacy.
- StaySafeOnline
- powered by the National Cyber Security Alliance, they offer resources and tips for families to stay safe online. This resource provides guides, infographics, and educational materials on topics like privacy protection, identity theft prevention, and safe social networking.