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Plan

• Organize and arrange events.
• Check the weather.
GOOD T O KNO W
• Keep to-do lists and measure progress
on projects. Digital opportunities
• Track fitness. Although the Internet can seem
complicated or confusing sometimes,
there are many incredible advantages to
living life digitally. The Internet provides
an exciting introduction to navigating
the wider world, and is a space in which
you can express yourself, strengthen
friendships, relax, have fun, and learn.

Create

• Build websites.
P ARENT TIPS
• Write blogs. Making the most of the Internet
• Film vlogs (video logs).
• Share art, music, and writing. • With videos, quizzes, educational games, and
interactive websites, the Internet is a great way
to supplement your teen’s education.
• The Internet can provide a great opportunity
to spend time and learn together with your
teen. Try asking them about what sites they
like to visit, and what digital skills they think
are most useful.
• There are age-appropriate sites for tweens
and teens. Find ones you approve of and
point them towards these.
Communicate • If they’re using a tablet or smartphone, it’s
• Talk to old friends and make a good idea to turn off app notifications to
new ones. reduce distractions.
• Share photos and videos.
• Fundraise and crowdfund.
• Participate in news debates.
• Campaign and protest.

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