Book Review
Short Summary
Staying Safe Online is an Usborne book written by Louie Stowell for kids aged 6 to 10.
What This Book Is About
We all know how much the world has changed since we all started to have access to the internet. It opened up a world of possibilities, from easy access to information to easy communication with people from all over.
But for our kids, this world of opportunities can sometimes be tricky to navigate. With this book as a guide, young readers can start seeing signs of potential danger and start protecting themselves from potential risks.
Staying Safe Online covers these critical topics:
- Social media and making friends online
- Having manners online
- Building an online reputation
- Cyber bullying
- Copyright
- Spending money online
- Inappropriate content, sexting and porn
- Harmful adults
- Asking the right people for help
- Importance of digital detox
Reflection and Comments
The discussions around these topics are age-appropriate and there are warnings that give readers and their parents or educators a hint when something sensitive is about to be discussed. It arms readers with protective behaviours that they can also apply even when offline.
The book also serves as an effective teaching tool for parents, carers and educators. There is an entire section where the author gives tips on how trusted grown-ups can help protect their kids online.
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