Comments on: 6 Ways to Teach Kids Online Safety

By: Zoe Campos

Zoe Campos — Mon, 17 May 2021 19:10:37 +0000

I totally agree that the internet can be a good source of entertainment and information for all kinds of families. I know that some parents, including me and my husband, are worried about their children and still a bit hesitant about getting their own connection. Still, in my own opinion, following your advice and setting rules in the household can protect our own kids from cyber attacks. Asking potential providers if they can also block some websites that aren’t child-friendly can surely help.

By: Chris Drew

Chris Drew — Sat, 04 May 2019 11:15:55 +0000

Hi Samantha,

Thanks for your post – I need to prepare a seminar on this topic at work next week. It’s a seminar for teachers, but the points are still relevant.

I think the ‘chat’ options on online games is the scary one. You have no idea who’s on the other end.

I like your closing point that we can’t shelter children totally from technology because they need digital skills for the jobs of the future. As a teacher it’s really reinforced to us that we need to teach digital skills and it’s in our curriculum now, too!

I was thinking maybe a rules / reminders poster on the wall the computers might be a good addition. We could even make it with the kids’ input?

Thanks again!

– Chris

By: Leena Madan

Leena Madan — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 09:24:02 +0000

Great article.
There are social networks designed specifically for children that allow them to learn how to communicate online in a safe environment. Another option is to talk to other parents and arrange for a pen pal for your child. The more good options you give them, the fewer bad options they will consider taking.

By: Prakash Gohel

Prakash Gohel — Tue, 19 Jun 2018 14:14:23 +0000

As children are increasingly targeted in online attacks, parents must take steps to instill secure computing habits and protect their kids’ devices. Great Post Samantha…

By: Esther Diaz

Esther Diaz — Wed, 21 Feb 2018 08:39:22 +0000

Nice article. Technology can make a big impact on the kids, this is why we should know the limits of use when it comes to our kids. Great post!

By: Krystal Herrera

Krystal Herrera — Tue, 20 Feb 2018 06:52:00 +0000

This is really important. Especially now that we are in a generation where our kids should have a limit when it comes to technology. There are pros and cons, just be aware of it. Anyways, this is such a great article. Definitely worth of sharing. Cheers!

By: Hayden Stewart

Hayden Stewart — Mon, 28 Aug 2017 18:20:30 +0000

These are great tips, Thanks for sharing!

By: Tony

Tony — Tue, 25 Jul 2017 18:44:18 +0000

Hey Samantha, thanks for writing up this great post. I ran into a problem with online security just a couple of days ago.

My son has watched a YouTuber for several years and I have always observed the streams and found it to be okay. This YouTuber inspired entrepreneurship, leadership skills, and basically gave the message to children that with a bit of work, they can accomplish whatever they wanted to.

The other night, their message is sadly changed to much more adult theme topics. As I rounded the corner into the living room, I heard language that was very inappropriate for children. Unfortunately, this broadcaster has now been blocked from all devices.