Get kids to use child-safe search engines like Kiddle or Google Safe Search so they don’t find inappropriate content.
Teach kids to check multiple sources and rely on trusted websites like educational portals, government sites or well known news sources.
Explain how to look for websites with “.edu,” “.gov,” or “.org” extensions which mostly have accurate and trustworthy information.
Remind kids never to share their full name, address, school name or other personal details online without the guidance of teachers or parents.
Educate kids about plagiarism and the importance of giving credit when using information or images from the internet.
Use parental control settings on browsers and devices to filter out harmful content and safe browsing.
Warn kids about talking to strangers online and teach them to report any suspicious behavior immediately.
Set limits for online research and get kids to take breaks to prevent excessive screen use.
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