Resources for Parents
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Informative Web Sites
Mrs. Forte's FAVORTE website: www.commonsensemedia.org
Find information about the appropriateness of apps, online games, tv shows, movies and more.
Here are samples of articles you can find in the "Parents Need To Know" section:
How can I tell if an app or a website is really good for learning?
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/learning-with-technology/how-can-i-tell-if-an-app-or-a-website-is-really-good-for-learning
Are eBooks Better for Encouraging Reading?
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/back-to-school/does-reading-on-the-ipad-or-kindle-count-toward-my-kids-daily-reading-minutes-orShould I be concerned about my teen's constant multitasking during homework?
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/learning-with-technology/should-i-be-concerned-about-my-teens-constant-multitasking-during-homeworkHow can I help my kid avoid digital drama?
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/social-media/how-can-i-help-my-kid-avoid-digital-dramaCreate a Family Media Plan!
https://www.healthychildren.org/English/media/Pages/default.aspx
Other Resources:
http://onguardonline.gov/
http://getnetwise.org/