| Computers are here to stay and have become an | | | | available and you need to keep an eye on posture. |
| integral part of everyday life. The World Wide Web | | | | 6. Learn how to customize your browser settings. |
| is an information highway but presents a few | | | | Minimize risks by setting pages the kids can view as |
| dangers to children. Parents need to take extra care | | | | favorites you can even set their school website as |
| to protect their kids from harm caused by | | | | the home page on the computer. |
| computers or the World Wide Web. | | | | 7. Introduce the kids to learning multi-media modules |
| Here are a few tips to make computers safe for | | | | and sites like BBC history for kids. Introduce them to |
| kids: | | | | websites that are child friendly and fun. |
| 1. Buy a computer that is of good quality and follow | | | | 8. Spend time at the computer with the children. Play |
| the instructions provided on where and how to set | | | | games with them, let them visit websites like that of |
| up the computer. Position the computer is a suitable | | | | the Discovery Channel. |
| place where the light sources falls correctly and place | | | | 9. Teach them how to send messages and email and |
| the chair at a suitable height and distance. | | | | how to use a computer to expand their learning. |
| 2. Adjust computer screen controls such that the | | | | 10. Inculcate in the kids a discipline. Limit the time |
| eyes of the child are protected. | | | | they spend on the computer and ensure that they |
| 3. Teach the child how to sit at the computer and | | | | understand and follow the rules you set. |
| ensure that the hands are in line with the key board. | | | | A computer is useful for kids if used right. So, let |
| Consult tips in the internet on how to prevent injuries | | | | children move with times and embrace technology |
| to bones, muscles, and posture by incorrect | | | | positively. The internet is a knowledge highway and |
| computer use. | | | | kids can benefit and sharpen their minds by playing |
| 4. Read all about security measures and parental | | | | games, solving quizzes and puzzles, interacting in |
| controls. Set controls that will protect your child from | | | | groups and creating projects for school with the use |
| viewing unwarranted websites. Be sure to spend time | | | | of the computer, using online resources to learn |
| reviewing the websites your child has viewed. There | | | | about science, health, nutrition, history and more. |
| are age-based customizable content settings available | | | | Computers and the net make kids resourceful and |
| check with MSN premium and your internet service | | | | tap potential so let kids use the computer with |
| provider. | | | | parental guidance. |
| 5. Buy a table and chair for the computer that is | | | | Prepare your kids for a bright future. |
| proportionate to the child's size. Adjustable chairs are | | | | |