Parenting & Media Around the web

Below is a list of websites with useful reads & resources for parents in dealing with use of media.

  • internetmatters.org
    This website has resources and guidelines for different age groups
    0-5; 6-10; 11-13; 14+
  • www.theparentingplace.com/technology/
    A website with some interesting reads and ideas about technology. For example a cell phone contract for managing the use with your kids, explaining parental controls, what parents need to know about Fortnite, and other advice.
  • Article on theAtlantic.com
    Learn about various ways young people use Google docs in class & home for online chatting. Sometimes also used for bullying and bypassing parents’ social media bans/boundaries can be a result.
  • Article on BBC.com
    Recent article explaining the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ warning to take social media use seriously in the assessment of children’s problems.

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