Earlier this year I heard and interesting statement: "The children of today are internet "natives" and we as parents are "immigrants." Our kids are growing up with the internet as a normal part of their lives. Trying to act like it doesn't exist is not the answer, neither is treating it like it is evil in it's entirety. Likewise, we would be foolish if we believed there aren't dangers for our children.
Having a 7 year-old, I am always looking for fun web sites for her that contain content I am comfortable with her viewing. In fact, it goes a little deeper than that for me. I don't just want "kid safe" content, I would prefer her to spend time on websites that reflect our beliefs and that I can feel comfortable. You see "kid safe" isn't the same as "Christian." "Kid safe," "child friendly," "G-rated," "all ages," etc... simply means there will be no pornographic material or foul language. Unfortunately, content doesn't have to contain these things to be dangerous for kids. The introduction of, and political slants toward social issues that go against Biblical principles is rampant on the internet. I'm not ok with endorsing these viewpoints to my daughter by allowing her to spend time on them.
Here is a link to check out: http://www.christiankidstop100.com/ . There's 100 great "Christian" websites for KIDS!!!! Check it out. Lord, help us be great parents to our kids and let us not be blinded by technology. Be blessed.
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