Caring for children nowadays means that even when they are seemingly safe inside your home, you still can't let your guard down because if they have access to any device that lets them be online, then there is their safety on the internet to consider. We live in a world where keeping children safe from online predators, dangers, and cyberbullying is complicated because you can't just keep them offline forever. Not when there is distance learning, online assignments, homework research, or any number of virtual activities that need to be accessed. That's why adults caring for children need to be aware of the dangers children face online.
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When you are aware of the potential dangers that your children may encounter online, you are better prepared to teach them how to stay safe. You can also foster an environment where they feel comfortable coming to you with any issues that might arise instead of them keeping them to themselves because they are afraid of getting punished. We're not trying to scare you or scare the children in your life, instead we are sharing information to lessen online threats. Ignoring dangers doesn't make the dangers any less dangerous, but the following tips will help keep those dangers away.
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