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Raising Digitally Responsible Youth – A Parent’s Guide  (put this at the top of the list):
Safer Schools Together

This guide for parents and caregivers introduces the major social media platforms, video games and relevant trends that are either being used already or have the potential to be used by children.

Resource Link: Raising Digitally Responsible Youth - A Parent’s Guide

Childhood Smart:
U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

This program educates parents, trusted adults, children and the community about real-world safety issues to increase awareness of internet safety. It provides educational and interactive sessions on topics such as child sexual abuse material, online enticement, child sexual exploitation, child abduction and child sex trafficking.

Resource Link: Childhood Smart

Child Exploitation Resources:
SchoolSafety.gov, Federal Clearinghouse on School Safety Evidence-based Practices

This issue brief provides information and resources to support schools in preventing, identifying and responding to child exploitation.

Resource Link: Child Exploitation Resources

Keeping Children Safe Online:
U.S. Department of Justice

This webpage offers tips, videos and resources to help parents, guardians, caregivers and teachers protect children from becoming victims of online child predators.

Resource Link: Keeping Children Safe Online

NETSMARTZ:
National Center for Missing and Exploited Children

This program provides age-appropriate videos and activities to help teach children to be safer online with the goal of helping children to become more aware of potential online risks and empowering them to help prevent victimization by making safer choices on- and offline.

Resource Link: NETSMARTZ

Online Health and Safety for Children and Youth: Best Practices for Families and Guidance for Industry:
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

This report summarizes the risks and benefits of social media on the health, safety and privacy of young people. It includes best practices for parents and caregivers, recommended industry practices, a research agenda and suggested future actions.

Resource Link: Online Health and Safety for Children and Youth: Best Practices for Families and Guidance for Industry

Online Safety Resources:
SchoolSafety.gov, Federal Clearinghouse on School Safety Evidence-based Practices

This issue brief provides information on online safety threats; specific strategies for parents and guardians, school communities and youth; and resources to support schools and families in preventing and protecting against digital risks.

Resource Link: Online Safety Resources

Protecting Kids Online:
Federal Trade Commission

This webpage offers information and resources on how to talk to children about being online and how to help them make good decisions to stay safe.

Resource Link: Protecting Kids Online

PTA Connected:
National PTA

This program strives to help children act safely, responsibly and thoughtfully online. It provides information to parents on digital parenting and digital safety topics, exploring current issues and connecting parents with tools, research and supports to make the best decisions for their children.

Resource Link: PTA Connected

Safe Online Surfing:
Federal Bureau of Investigation, U.S. Department of Justice

This educational program helps children learn about online safety and digital citizenship. It includes interactive games that cover topics such as cyberbullying, online threats and digital etiquette.

Resource Link: Safe Online Surfing