| There is no doubt in anyone's mind that the | | | | kiddos to coming home throwing around terms |
| internet is here to stay. More than 75% of U.S. | | | | like upload and download like they were everyday |
| homes have at least one personal computer, and | | | | vocabulary. |
| that number is rising every single day. But, many | | | | Some Advice |
| parents may be unaware of the extent that the | | | | We quickly discovered (and you may too) that |
| internet plays in your child's education. | | | | our little ones knew more about computers than |
| It is now becoming routine for each and every | | | | we ever did! I found myself asking a five year old |
| classroom to come equipped with computers. | | | | for help, which can be a bit disheartening. So our |
| Lesson plans on technology and activities may be | | | | advice, start early and learn with your child. Be |
| centered on PC's and your child will be expected | | | | there when they log on and explore all the |
| to show up for class with a certain level of | | | | wonders that the internet has to offer together. |
| computer knowledge. Many kindergarten classes | | | | Ask questions and then work together to find the |
| are even starting up websites and blogs to | | | | correct answer. This will help the two of you |
| showcase some of their work for parents and | | | | bond, and will ensure that your child has the best |
| other kids within the school district, so the more | | | | possible computer background available. |
| they know the better prepared they will be. Most | | | | Toddlers as young as one can also start to |
| research is now done online, so the old fashioned | | | | explore the internet and the computer through |
| Dewey decimal system that we grew up with will | | | | specialty programs and keyboards designed for |
| be a thing of the past. In fact, most libraries | | | | tiny fingers. They have special buttons and keys |
| require a child to be proficient at internet searches | | | | that would allow your child to access certain |
| before they can use the library facilities. | | | | menus and features without compromising the |
| The Younger Crowd | | | | safety of your programs or personal files. So you |
| Even younger children in pre-school are now being | | | | no longer have to worry about your computer |
| exposed to all the internet has to offer. You may | | | | getting harmed. |
| also be surprised to know that creating a class | | | | There is really is no reason to keep the computer |
| website or blog is now common procedure for | | | | away from your kids- it's a great learning tool and |
| even pre-school classes! It is not uncommon for | | | | opens up a whole new world of possibilities. |