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Almost all children today have access to the Internet through schools, libraries, community centers, or their home. And most 8 to 18-year-olds, 74 percent, have Internet access from their home computers according to the [|Kaiser Family Foundation]. Not only do more children have access to the Internet than ever before, but they are using it more, too. Many schools incorporate the Internet into their curricula and encourage online research for projects. But that’s not all kids are doing online. They also email, chat with friends through instant messenger and in chat rooms, play games, create websites and web blogs, and just surf the ‘net. Even as kids grow savvier in their use of the Internet, it can still be a dangerous place. The good news is that most dangers can be avoided if children and their parents learn about smart Internet use.

Information about Internet Safety
[|**Tips for Parents**]A list of tips that parents should follow to keep kids safe online [|**Advice for Kids on McGruff.org**]See McGruff's advice for kids on staying safe online [|**Activities and Lesson Plans for Grades 4-5**]These activities were created by teachers and reviewed by teachers, principals, law enforcement officers, and community members to ensure their quality and effectiveness. [|**Evolving With Technology**]A comprehensive introduction to cybercrime with links to resources on the web
 * [|Parents' Guide to Social Networking Websites]**Advice for parents on protecting kids from threats on social networks
 * [|Cybersafe Girls]**Advice for parents on keeping girls safe online