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Games, apps and tech
Connected toys: not just child’s play
Advice for parents on the security risks of smart toys that talk to the internet – and perhaps other people you don’t want them to
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Games, apps and tech
Are you worried your child might see something inappropriate online?
What happens if your child sees something they shouldn't online? NCA-CEOP offers advice for parents
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Games, apps and tech
Does your child have the skills to combat cybercrime?
Cybercrime: the NCA's National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) looks at how you can encourage your child to use their digital skills in a positive, rather than negative, way
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The 6 apps and services that every parent should know about
A guide for parents to some of the most popular apps children use online
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Games, apps and tech
Skin gambling: what parents should know
When you hear the word ‘gambling’ the first image that comes into your head is probably a lottery coupon or a Las Vegas roulette wheel, not a child betting in their favourite online game. But a report by the Gambling Commission found that almost 40 per cent of 11 to 16-year-olds had spent their own money on gambling.
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Games, apps and tech
Pokémon Go: a parent's guide
Everything you need to know about Pokémon Go, including concerns for parents and safety tips
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Games, apps and tech
A parent's guide to vlogging
How to know your Zoellas from your PewDiePies in the world of vlogging
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Games, apps and tech
When should technology be used during exam season?
The Priory Group, a provider of mental health treatment and therapy for young people, looks at ways in which technology could be used during revision
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Instagram: a parent’s guide
Tips to pass on to your children on the responsible – and safe – use of Instagram
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A fun tool to help your child solve online safety dilemmas
The National Crime Agency’s CEOP command has created an interactive game that can help you start conversations with your child about making safer choices online.
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Apps to help families enjoy the great outdoors
With the summer holidays just around the corner, we've gathered some of the most exciting apps we’ve found to get kids outdoors and enjoy what nature has to offer
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Games, apps and tech
Instagram FAQs for parents
Instagram is now bigger than Twitter. What's the big attraction? And is there anything parents and carers need to know?