Understanding Our Digital Kids

As a 'digital kid' myself, I am very thankful for the internet. Although I don't remember receiving much counsel on how to use the internet, I do remember the warnings from my parents about the evils of pornography. Even with the use of an internet filter, there are some sites that are able to slip through and expose a child to something vile.

I do agree with the author on the subject of cyber bullying. It is ridiculous how much bullying there is forums, online games, and chat rooms. Parents need to make sure their children go to appropriate websites and keep their personal information safe.

P: The purpose of the author's writing is to give parents and teachers instructions on how to monitor children who use the internet.

T: The author states that the internet can be a scary place for those who do not know how to navigate it. The internet can be a good or a bad thing based on how it is used.

I: The author states that there must be the correct levels of encouragement and caution to children who use the internet. Parents must protect their children as well as give them enough room to figure things out on their own.

C: The impact the internet is having on 'digital kids' is good and bad. While copyright laws are being broken, children are also learning how to gather information effectively based on web searches.