Net threats result of kids' online behavior


	Net threats result of kids' online behavior

iteachcomputers

7-31-2007 6:09 PM

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internetsafety, parenting, teens, middleschool

iteachcomputers says:

Kids who engage in risky behavior are more likely to be victims. Don't waste energy keeping kids from communicating. Posting personal information is not the problem.

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