"Rules without a relationship leads to Rebellion. Rules within a relationship leads to Response."
While I limit the kids' access to screens and have yet to let them own a mobile phone, I do recognise that this is inevitable as time passes and we will need to set house rules and let the kids - and ourselves - learn to be disciplined individuals as we gradually incorporate technology into our family life.
We attended the Online Safety Park at @google this morning and it was a great eye opener for the kids who were not only given a tour of the building, but also learnt about internet safety through fun and interactive games. So nice lor, I wish I could have gone on the tour with them but then again, the workshop conducted for parents gave us much insights and invaluable tips too, and I deeply appreciate that.
The main takeaway for me is to keep working on the relationship I have with my kids, and to always remember that while schools and teachers might educate the kids about internet safety and let them know about the risks that lie beneath, home remains as the biggest piece of the puzzle and we, the parents, have pivotal roles to play. It's something we have to be consistent about, and not bend our rules or give up halfway.
I asked the girls what they learnt from the session and they said: "Be kind to others. Be brave and stand up to bullying. Treat others nicely. Don't gossip about others online. Use strong passwords. Never reveal personal information such as your full name, address, contact number, school etc." Not bad for just a morning of learning, right?
The Be Internet Awesome program teaches kids the fundamentals of digital citizenship and safety and enable them to make smart decisions while exploring the online world with confidence. There are many good resources and information which you can find and download, for instance the Family Guide has a list of useful vocabulary and suggested activities and is a good place to start. (https://beinternetawesome.withgoogle.com).
As technology continues to evolve, let's all do our part as parents and support each other along the journey too, yeah?
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