RULES TO REMEMBER...

• Never give out identifying information such as home address, school name, or telephone number.

• Never arrange a face-to-face meeting with someone via the computer without parental approval.

• Never respond to messages that are suggestive, obscene, threatening, or make you uncomfortable.

• Remember that people online may not be who they say they are.

• Remember everything you read may not be true.

SITES TO VISIT...

A Safety Net for the Internet
The Librarian’s Guide to Cyberspace
The New York Public Library and the American Library Association have some great info for students and parents about Internet Safety.

Healthy Internet Habits for Kids
Addresses physical health as well as safety.

Parent's Guide to the Internet
Sponsored by the US Dept. of Education, this site tells parents how to keep their kids safe while surfing.

Keeping Kids Safe Online
State-by-state interactive map of the US internet filtering laws, allowing parents to view if their child is protected on publicly funded schools and libraries in their state. Other useful child safety information provided.

How to Check Your Child's Credit Score
The presence of a credit score could mean your child has been the victim of identity theft. Follow the link that provides step-by-step instructions on how to check your child's credit score.
 
 

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