LITTLE TALKS, BIG IMPACT
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ā”ļø Are you feeling uncertain about how to safeguard yourĀ kids online safety in today's digital world?
ā”ļø Do you want to build trust and foster open communication with your kids but find it difficult to approach the subject of online safety?
ā”ļø Are you overwhelmed or unsure how to start these conversations, worried you might say the wrong thing or not fully protect your child?
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In a world where children are constantly exposed to technology, itās essential to equip them with the knowledge and tools to navigate online spaces safely. Conversations with Kidsā¢, designed by Kristi McVee, Child Safety Expert, was created to help facilitate meaningful discussions with children of all ages on the topic of online safety.
INTRODUCING...
CONVERSATIONS WITH KIDSā¢ THE ONLINE SAFETY GUIDE
BY KRISTI MCVEE
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Conversations with Kidsā¢ offer more than just conversation starters, they provide a comprehensive guide to navigating the sensitive topic of online safety with your children. With Kristiās expertise embedded in each page, you will feel confident in educating your kids about online safety in an engaging and age appropriate way. The goal is to foster open, honest discussions that build trust and confidence, ensuring your children feel safe, informed, and empowered as they navigate the digital world.
WHAT'S INSIDE YOUR CONVERSATIONS WITH KIDS ONLINE SAFETY GUIDE?
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ā Thoughtfully Designed Prompts: Age-appropriate prompts and questions crafted to spark open, comfortable conversations with your child about online safety.
ā Comprehensive Topics: Covering a range of essential online safety topics, from understanding privacy and personal information to recognising safe and unsafe online interactions,Ā providing a holistic approach to protecting your child in the digital world.
ā Parental Guidance: Alongside the prompts, you'll find expert tips and guidance to support you in navigating these sensitive conversations with confidence and care.
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WHY CONVERSTATIONS WITH KIDSā¢?
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HOW TO USE THE CONVERSATIONSĀ WITH KIDSā¢Ā ONLINE SAFETY GUIDE
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1ļøā£Ā Choose Your Moment
Find a relaxed and private setting where you and your child can talk without distractions.
2ļøā£Ā Start the Conversation
Use the prompts in the guide as conversation starters about online safety. Follow your child's lead and be attentive to their responses.
3ļøā£Ā Listen and Validate
Listen actively to your child's thoughts and feelings about their online experiences, validating their concerns without judgment.
4ļøā£Ā Reinforce Online Safety Rules
Use the opportunity to reinforce key online safety rules and healthy digital boundaries in a positive and supportive way.
THE ONLINE SAFETY GUIDE
Conversations with Kidsā¢ - YourĀ families Guide to Online Safety!Ā
by Kristi McVee
ONLY $17Ā TO INVEST IN YOUR CHILDS SAFETY ONLINE!
Conversations with Kidsā¢ was created with the intention of providing an invaluable resource for parents committed to ensuring their children's safety online. Kristi created this resource so that her knowledge and expertise around online safety can be accessible and affordable for everyone!
Kristi's mission is to reach as many parents as possible, equipping them with the tools to protect their children in the digital world. Invest in your child's online safety today!
Please note these are a downloadable resource, intended for you to print out the Online Safety Guide.Ā
ChildrenĀ age 6-11
Provides age-appropriate questions and scenarios to help young children understand the basics of online safety. This guide encourages open conversations, build confidences, and empowers kids to navigate the online world responsibly while setting and communicating their digital boundaries.
ChildrenĀ age 12+
Discussing complex conversations related to online safety, privacy, and consent in a way that matches their emotional development. This guide encourage thoughtful discussions and critical thinking, empowering preteens to navigate the challenges of the digital world with greater awareness and confidence.
GET TO KNOW KRISTI
Kristi spent 10 years in the police force as a Specialist Child Interviewer and a Detective Senior Constable.
When she retired from the force, Kristi believed there was a better way to help children and families.
By taking a proactive approach, rather than a reactive approach of 'locking up' the bad guy after it was done, she could help prevent child abuse and break the cycle of trauma that victims are so often subjected to.
In addition to her experience in the force, Kristi has appeared on TV as a Child Safety Expert and was an Online Safety Specialist.
During this role, she presented to schoolsā students from years 3-12 about staying safe online and has also presented to many parents and teachers during this time.
More than just a presenter, Kristi is a facilitator - driving the message and bringing experts together. She is passionate about keeping kids safe and isnāt afraid to keep it real.
At home, her family includes her 16-year-old daughter, a very supportive husband and her fur-babies. She is passionate about youth mental health and has mentored on youth camps.
The decade Kristi spent talking to kids about what had happened to them, during her role as a specialist child interviewer and investigator, was so hard that Kristi had to walk away from the front line duties.
What Kristi couldnāt walk away from was the pain she knew so many kids were suffering, and that she wanted to do everything in her power to prevent this pain from happening more.Ā
This is why CAPE-AU was founded.Ā To provide an educational service for parents, caregivers and guardians around child sexual abuse protection and prevention.Ā
WHAT PARENTS ARE SAYING
" ThankĀ you SOOOO much forĀ the Online Safety Guide Kristi!! I love it, you've done an amazing job (as always). It's such a practical guide and the conversation starters are incredibly helpful! I feel like it's some thing you can pick up and roll with straight away! And for me just knowing where to start always feels like the hardest part.Ā I also love that you've linked in resources too. And your online course. We're all so busy, having to do your own research gets in the way of getting started!"
"It is excellent. So much information and all of it important. I loved the example questions and suggestions of ways to talk to kids. Thatās really helpful because sometimes I donāt know how to start the conversation. The challenge is a lot of the time this stuff comes up in the car when the younger kids are there too."Ā
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