What Does It Mean to Be a Good Digital Citizen?

Being a good digital citizen means having the knowledge, awareness, and skills to use technology responsibly, respectfully, and safely. For children, digital citizenship is not just about knowing how to use devices. It is about understanding how their words, actions, and choices online affect themselves and others.

In today’s digital world, children are communicating, learning, and building relationships online earlier than ever before. Without guidance, they can unintentionally become involved in cyberbullying, invasion of privacy, oversharing personal information, or harmful online behavior that can have long lasting consequences.

Before we allow children access to social media, gaming platforms, or online communities, it is our responsibility as parents, guardians, educators, and caregivers to teach them how to navigate the digital world safely and confidently.

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