As our children grow up in the presence of the Internet, computer skills have become as fundamental as learning to swim or ride a bike.  In fact, a recent survey showed that more small children know how to play a computer game than ride a bike, and more small children can use an application on a smartphone than can tie their own shoelaces.  While it’s cute to see our little ones master technology, the Internet has opened up a whole new set of life skills that we must also equip them with.  Once they’re old enough for their own Facebook account or instant messaging ID, children need to know the boundaries for keeping their information private and what to do if they are being harassed online. Continue reading →