Helpful Organizations, Websites, and Initiatives
We’ve compiled an inventory of some of the most useful resources available in online parental controls and safety.
Cable Companies
Social Media Privacy
- AskFM Privacy Policy
- Common Sense Media’s Parents’ Guide to Protecting Kids’ Privacy Online
- Facebook Safety Center
- FTC Protecting Your Child’s Privacy Online
- Instagram Privacy Policy
- Kik Privacy Policy
- Roblox for Parents
- Snapchat Privacy Policy
- TikTok Privacy Policy for Younger Users
- Twitter Safety and Security
- WhatsApp Privacy
- Youtube Parent Resources
- Zoom Trust and Safety
Organizations
Big6
Big6 is a six-stage model to help anyone solve problems or make decisions by using information. Using the Big6 information literacy process, you will identify information research goals, seek, use, and assemble relevant, credible information, then to reflect— is the final product effective and was my process efficient. Learn More
Information Literacy
The website supports teachers, researchers and parents with an interest in information and digital literacy by providing news, case studies, examples of best practice and freely available tool kits. Learn More
Reading Rockets – Teaching Information Literacy Skills
Reading Rockets is a national multimedia literacy initiative offering information and resources on how young kids learn to read, why so many struggle, and how caring adults can help. Learn More
S.O.S. for Information Literacy
S.O.S. for Information Literacy is a dynamic web-based multimedia resource that includes peer-reviewed lesson plans, handouts, presentations, videos and other resources to enhance the teaching of information literacy (K-16). Learn More
Center for Media Literacy
The Center for Media Literacy is the largest producer and distributor of media literacy resources in the U.S. Its site features a comprehensive online catalog of media literacy books and products, along with workshop information and a “reading room” of articles. Learn More
Children Now
Child advocacy organization Children Now uses media as a tool to improve children’s lives. It releases reports on children’s issues and is a partner in the Talking with Kids website, which helps parents discuss tough issues with their youngsters. Learn More
Common Sense Media
Common Sense Media is a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization, that provides trustworthy reviews and ratings of media from a child development perspective, parenting tips about media management. Learn More
Connect Safely
The Parent & Educator Guide to Media Literacy & Fake News. Learn More
Cool Mom Tech
Cool Mom Tech is the intersection of tech and style, of parenting, and practicality. Check out their content on internet safety. Learn More
Fatherly
Fatherly offers original reporting, expert parenting advice, and hard-won insights into a challenging, but profoundly rewarding stage of life. Check out their resources on screen time. Learn More
Media Awareness Network
A Canadian site, the Media Awareness Network is full of media literacy information and activities for parents, teachers, and children. Learn More
Media Literacy Clearinghouse
Created by noted media literacy authority Frank Baker, the Clearinghouse is a rich source of links for information and activities including articles, lesson plans, activities, and research findings. Learn More
National Association for Media Literacy Education
NAMLE (formerly the Alliance for a Media Literate America) is a membership organization of media education practitioners. Its mission is to stimulate growth in media literacy education in the United States by providing national leadership, advocacy, networking, and information exchange. Learn More
National PTA
The National PTA is the nation’s largest volunteer child advocacy organization and is a leader in helping parents learn about media and digital safety.
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Smart Talk
The Smart Talk gets parents and kids together to have a clear conversation about all the devices you use and how to be responsible. Learn More
Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI)
The Family Online Safety Institute is an international, non-profit organization which works to make the online world safer for kids and their families. Through research, resources, events and special projects, FOSI promotes a culture of responsibility online and encourages a sense of digital citizenship for all.
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Netsmartz
Educational resource from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Discusses various Internet safety topics. Learn More
