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Raising a Netizen: The Guide to Discussing Digital Literacy With Your Youth
You're a caregiver responsible for raising a child or teen in an increasingly digital age. And so am I! I made this book for us.
You'll find many wonderful resources that discuss cyber security and supervision for your youth, but eventually they're going to be an independent adult. You want to be sure they have the skills to protect themselves when that time comes. They aren't going to develop those skills spontaneously; you need to teach them. That's what this guide is for.
In this book I use my experience as a family and youth therapist, as a parent, and as a netizen to break down eight large topics that your youth will need to internet basics, personal security, financial safety, misinformation, generative AI, hate groups, adult content, and content creating influencers. I've included research, educational videos, information handouts, and activities you and your youth can complete together to practice strong netizen skills. This book is organized to help you nurture your children from supervised safety to informed independence.
Protecting your child from groomers, viruses, and scams is the first step. Building their skills to use the internet effectively and safely is next. I hope you will include Raising a Netizen in your arsenal of online parenting strategies.
The internet is a tool, not a child-friendly space. But with the right structure, education, and honest communication, you can prepare your youth to use the internet with responsibility and intention.
You'll find many wonderful resources that discuss cyber security and supervision for your youth, but eventually they're going to be an independent adult. You want to be sure they have the skills to protect themselves when that time comes. They aren't going to develop those skills spontaneously; you need to teach them. That's what this guide is for.
In this book I use my experience as a family and youth therapist, as a parent, and as a netizen to break down eight large topics that your youth will need to internet basics, personal security, financial safety, misinformation, generative AI, hate groups, adult content, and content creating influencers. I've included research, educational videos, information handouts, and activities you and your youth can complete together to practice strong netizen skills. This book is organized to help you nurture your children from supervised safety to informed independence.
Protecting your child from groomers, viruses, and scams is the first step. Building their skills to use the internet effectively and safely is next. I hope you will include Raising a Netizen in your arsenal of online parenting strategies.
The internet is a tool, not a child-friendly space. But with the right structure, education, and honest communication, you can prepare your youth to use the internet with responsibility and intention.
284 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 26, 2025
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