For Parents
Children often have a sense of anonymity and safety when they are sitting behind a computer. A child's natural curiosity and innocence can quickly lead and entangle them in the wrong places on the Internet.
You must play an active role in protecting your children from on-line threats. These resources are designed specifically for you - take a look, get educated, and be active! As parents, we all protect our children from physical threats....however, we must be proactive and help our children learn how to avoid cyber risks as well.
Resources
- Stay Safe for Parents
Not sure where to start? Check out this comprehensive site that helps you understand the Internet, new technologies, and the risks that your kids face online. Includes an interactive “ask the expert” tool.
- ProtecTeens
Online video presentation and resource kit created to educate you about the potential danger to your children from sexual predators on the Internet. Provided by the State of Idaho Attorney General and Secretary of State.
- Parent's Guide to Internet Safety
An online pamphlet designed to help you begin to understand the complexities of online child exploitation. Provided by the Federal Bureau of Investigations.
- Protect your Children Online
Simple steps, practices and resources to learn the basics on how to teach your children to stay safe on the Internet.
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