YouTube – for little ones
If you’re familiar with YouTube, you know that there are videos on there that aren’t appropriate for children. The answer to that is TotLOL.com. It is a filter for YouTube videos. The videos are all moderated and rated by registered users (parents).
Internet Safety
This website is an international internet safety site designed for parents with technologically savvy kids:
It has lots of information regarding: Downloading music, hackers, viruses, instant messaging, text messaging, mobile phone communications, GPS on cell phones, cyber-bullying, blogging safely, information security, identity theft, and much much more!
There is even a page where parents and caregivers can download resources and vital safety information: click here
Internet Safety
Here are a few links that address internet safety for families, children, and teens:
Google’s “Tips for Online Safety”
Google’s “Family Safety Guide”
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children – Internet Safety
NetSmartz Kids – teaches children what to watch out for in a fun and interactive way
Don’t Believe the Type – Cyber Tip Line
U.S. Department of Justice’s Project “Safe Childhood” web site
Ad Council (the people who make the public service announcements on TV, in newspapers, magazines, and on the radio)
Wired Safety – Information for Parents about Internet and cell phone safety
Federal Bureau of Investigation – A Parent’s Guide to Internet Safety
