Internet Safety

While the Internet is a fun and exciting learning tool, it can also be a dangerous place if someone is not careful. The following websites provide families with the information necessary to stay safe while surfing the Internet.

Keep Your Kids Safe Online

Visit this site to view a large collection of resources for keeping kids safe online. Learn about cyberbullying, online scams, spyware, safe surfing, and good e-mail practices. You'll find parent's guides to understanding online safety issues, links to safe sites for kids of all ages, and tips to protect your family's privacy online.

A Safety Net for the Internet: A Parent's Guide

This site, sponsored by the New York City Public Library, provides articles filled with suggestions for monitoring your child's internet use and keeping them safe while surfing the net.

Surf Swell Island

If you are looking for a fun, interactive way to learn about Internet safety, then this site sponsored by the Disney Company is for you! They even include a parent guide.