Now that you have access to our family device, it is important for us to talk about staying safe online.
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Lay a digital safety foundation
Just as you continue to give your child tools to navigate the world outside of your home, kids need fundamental tools to be safe online. Conversations about digital safety can be paired with key moments as your kid has more opportunities to explore online, both supervised and unsupervised.
- Good Digital Parenting - Family Online Safety Institute
- Good Habits Start Young - eSafety Commissioner
- Online Safety for Families - Google
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Talk about risks
While we know that great things can happen online, kids need to be prepared to make smart choices that will help them navigate it safely. Just as you would talk to them about wearing a helmet when they ride a bike to avoid hurting their head, discuss the risks that come with a connected world and how they can protect themselves.
- Interests & Risks, 8-10 - Protect Kids Online
- Interests & Risks, 11-12 - Protect Kids Online
- Online Safety - Microsoft
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Discuss risky situations they may encounter online
The nuances of what may signal a risky situation won’t be communicated in one sitting. Proactive efforts to teach kids to recognize red flags (and even yellow flags) can help build up tools to safeguard them as they interact online more and more.
- Digital Safety: The Fundamentals
- Digging Into Digital Privacy
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Create a safe space for ongoing dialogue
As your child gains more access to the internet and begins to get more freedom in device use, there will be new opportunities to discuss safety measures. If your child does encounter online threats, make sure they know they can always come to you for support.