A Smart Kids Guide To Doing Internet Research

Whether motivated by curiosity or working on school reports, kids often use the Internet to do research. This helpful book covers everything from figuring out if a site is trustworthy to the importance of citing sources.

Provides advice for smart and safe Internet use, including safe searching and safe use of social media, and explores the role of the Internet in modern life.

Most kids are naturally trusting, but the Internet requires people to be watchful. This title offers kids suggestions on how to protect their identities online and how to avoid those who wish them harm.

Information and tips on social networking to keep kids responsible and safe.

The Internet has a wealth of information. And there are many quick ways to get answers. But, students must know how to perform real research on the Internet. Using clear and concise text with descriptive examples, this book shows readers how to perform their own research and teaches them skills for citing their sources as well as figuring out which ones seem reliable. Full-color photos, quick facts, and sidebars help students understand Internet research better, while the glossary reinforces new vocabulary. A Further Reading section inspires further research.

The information you find online can sometimes feel overwhelming. Which online sources can you trust? How do you know which sites include the facts you're looking for? Learn the basics of how to do an effective online search, what to do if you have trouble finding information, and how to tell whether a source is reliable.

Whether motivated by curiosity or working on school reports, kids often use the Internet to do research. This helpful book covers everything from figuring out if a site is trustworthy to the importance of citing sources.

Follow Quinn and his trusty pen, Penny, as they figure out how to research in the library by reading books, searching internet, and watching documentaries.

The Internet lets todays kids access a massive volume of information and interact with people around the world. However, children must educate themselves about threats online, from identity theft to online predators. This indispensable series teaches kids about the dangers and responsibilities of using the Internet. Each book features a useful list of safety tips and offers young readers detailed suggestions about how to protect themselves on the World Wide Web.

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