Websites to help you make informed decisions

Parenting today involves raising the first generation of kids growing up with technology all around them — at school, at home, and in their pockets. As you chart the path that feels right for your family, Google is here to help.  Check out this site that logs the most asked questions over the past year and beyond.  This includes questions like:

This site doesn't give black-and-white answers.  It gives parents resources they can access to that they can make educated decisions that are right for their family.

Google also offers this page of Digital Safety Resources.  These include:

...and more!

From their website:  Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age. Learn how we rate and review and see our founding editors' 10 Beliefs. Our vision: Families taking charge of their digital choices.

This website collects signatures of companies who have voluntarily committed to the Pledge 2020. In summary, the pledge says they will not share Personally Identifiable Information (PII).  Click on the list to see if the websites your child is using have made the pledge!

Explaining the News to Our Kids
from Common Sense Media

Stop Bullying Now
From Stopbullying.gov
Under the resources page find help on what to do when bullying happens

Family Gaming Guide
From the Entertainment Sofware Rating Board website, this guide helps parents make decisions about video games.

Parenting in a Digital World
Written by Fancy Lancy herself, this blog highlights what she uses that works with her family

Parental Controls

Miscellaneous

Try this BINGO activity board to get your family on track for healthy digital wellness!