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Tools & Tips for Parents to Keep Kids Safe Online
Kids are growing up in a digital world–using the Internet at school, at home, and even on their phones and video game systems. While the Internet provides children with easy access to information they need to do school projects and entertainment options such as games, there’s also the potential for danger. Parents can use tips and tools designed to help keep kids safe online to protect their children while they’re browsing the Internet.
Online Safety: Protect Your Kids from Bullies
Kids are fascinated by the Web and more and more of them are spending huge amounts of time browsing the Internet. Since 2004, the number of kids online has increased 18 percent, and time spent online among children aged 2-11 increased 63 percent in the last five years, from nearly 7 hours in May 2004 to more than 11 hours online in May 2009. Parental controls are an important part of staying safe online. They should be openly discussed with children so everyone understands exactly how these services work to shield the entire family from Web dangers. Children don’t like to feel as if they’re being spied upon. Here are a few tips for parents and teachers to keep your kids safe.
Why A Home Exchange Is a Great Family Vacation
Like a lot of families, our summer vacation plans were canceled due to COVID-19. We are looking forward to the days when we can travel again. When we are able, our next vacation will be a home exchange. We got started home exchanging three years ago, and now, it's our favorite way to vacation! So…
Three Things To Consider As Fathers in the Digital Age
It would be no exaggeration to say that the Internet has totally changed the way we communicate and connect with one another. This is true of friends, business associates and families. When used well, the Internet allows us to communicate and connect more meaningfully with those around us. However, if we are not careful, the…
Are Smartphones the New Pacifiers?
In times past, parents have pacified unhappy or tired children by giving them a toy or game (or a pacifier). The concept is alive and well today, but something has changed. With the rise of tablets and smartphones, parents are starting to use them to pacify a restless child.