LibGuides: Online Safety: Social Media Sites &amp; Apps

Be informed about Social Media Sites and Apps

The eSafety Guide
This is a great website that provides information on access and privacy settings for many popular games such as Minecraft, Club Penguin, Call of Duty and Moshi Monsters.

Mind Games: Technology and the Developing Teenage Brain

Mind Games: Technology and the Developing Teenage Brain
This article on the Frontiers for Young Minds Website examines how technology affects the developing teenage brain. It also discusses ways to manage technology use.

Common Sence Media

Are you looking for child-friendly media (Movies, TV Shows, etc.)? Look no further! Common Sense media is an American nonprofit organization that reviews and provides ratings for media and technology with the goal of providing information on their suitability for children.

Beginner's Guide to Staying Safe on Social Media | Tips & Tricks

Helpful Resources for Parents by Michelle Mitchell

Michelle Mitchel Parenting Library
Michelle Mitchell's blog provides a whole library of practical, how-to information for issues like friendships, self-harm, technology, mental health, resilience and more. All this information is free, so whether you are a school, organisation or parent you are welcome to share them with your communities.