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1.Start early -
Do online field trips: Common Sense Media: Best of the web for families
Show a willingness to listen
2.Get involved in their digital lives
Set a positive example
Common Sense Media: Family media mgt.
Facebook - A Parents' Guide to Facebook
3.Keep current
CommonSense Media
NetFamily News
4.Initiate conversations
Family Media Use Agreements fromNetsmartz and Common Sense Media
5.Help them monitor their digital reputation
Google Alerts
Online Reputation Video from iKeepSafe
6.Keep computer in a public place
7.Have a cell phone parking area and no phones at bedtime
8.Consider your lease policy
9.Talk about your concerns
10.Tell your children you won’t blame them
FROM ADRIENNE DEWOLFE