Pages of Interest
ParentPort
Have you seen or heard something in the media that is inappropriate for children? Have your say at ParentPort.
Parental controls and online protection tools
The SIP Bench II project aims to help parents choose the parental control tool that best suits their needs.
iPad apps for children
iPad's have proven to be hugely popular among children and young people. Kids and Media have compiled a list of some great apps for your iPad.
The Rough Guide to Online Safety
A wide-ranging and user friendly guide on how to enjoy the Internet whilst staying safe from online threats.
Unreliable ratings on mobile apps
An increasing number of parents express concerns regarding inappropriate content on mobile phone apps.
The voice of young people
What does it mean to be an ethical, responsible and resilient digital citizen?
Geocaching – a digital treasure hunt
Geocaching combines technology and the digital world with fun outdoor activities.
Project ROBUSD: Reducing bullying – strengthening diversity
ROBUSD offers educational materials concerning the prevention of bullying, including a series of video presentations, all free of charge.
When much is too much
New research suggests that multitasking is not the best way to be efficient, even for today's tech-savvy children.
New Block’em app prevents cyber bullying
A new Android app, aimed at children between the ages of 11 and 15, makes it easier to block unwanted contacts.
Ofcom: UK Children’s media literacy
A new report from Ofcom gives an overview of media literacy among children and young people.
Mobile phones are fun – until you get a huge bill
PhoneBrain, a new education programme, is designed to help young people recognise costs.
Great apps for children
Are you on the look-out for apps for children and young people, for iPod, iPhone or iPad? Kids and Media gives you tips.
First official advice to text rather than call
A Department of Health leaflet advises that texting and hands-free kits reduces exposure to radiation.
Good advice on how to reduce exposure to mobile radiation
Some simple precautions are all that is needed to reduce the radiation risk considerably.
Back to school
It’s not only school children who learn something new when school starts in the autumn. Even parents are getting schooled.
Be Smart. Be Fair. Be Safe.
CTIA - The Wireless Association has launched a campaign to help parents ensure their children are responsible wireless users.
Children, TV and the Internet
Research from KidsOKOnline (KOKO) released in January 2010 has some interesting insights on how children like to access their TV programmes.
Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority:
Finnish Radiation and Nuclear Safety Authority (STUK) has prepared a position paper, according to which children's mobile phone use should be restricted for example by favoring text messages instead of talking.
Questions to ask your Mobile Provider when purchasing a phone
A checklist of important questions to ask your Mobile Provider.
Mobile Phones Tips
Common Sense Media’s Cell Phones video gives tips for safe, smart mobile phone use.
Children and mobile phones
More and more children get their own mobile phones at an increasingly younger age. What is an appropriate age for children to get their first phone?
Cyber bullying Tips
Common Sense Media’s Cyber bullying video gives interesting facts and advice on cyber bullying.
