Other Resources

Resources for Teens

StopBullying.gov Offers information on how to identify bullying, how to prevent it, and how to get help.
Cyberbullying Research Center Offers research-based information and advice on preventing and responding to cyberbullying.
PACER's National Bullying Prevention Center Provides resources for teens, parents, and educators to prevent bullying and support those who have been bullied.

Take It Down It is a free service by the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children that helps individuals anonymously remove or prevent the online sharing of explicit images taken before they were 18.

Thorn: Stop Sextortion Provides information and resources on how to deal with sextortion and unsolicited sexting.
Netsmartz An online safety education program from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. It provides resources for teens to stay safe online, including handling unsolicited sexting.
That’s Not Cool Focuses on preventing and addressing digital dating abuse, including unsolicited sexting. Offers tools and advice for teens.

Crisis Text Line Free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Trained crisis counselors will respond to texts.

Teen Line A hotline for teens run by trained teen volunteers to talk about anything that's troubling them.
- Call: 1-800-852-8336
- Text: Text "TEEN" to 839863
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline Provides free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention, and crisis resources.
- Call: 1-800-273-8255

Family Online Safety Institute (FOSI) Offers resources and tools for parents to help manage their kids' online lives.
Parent Toolkit Provides tips and resources for parents to help their teens navigate various aspects of life, including online safety.

Common Sense Media Provides resources for digital literacy and internet safety, including articles and guides for parents and teens.
Be Internet Awesome An interactive program to teach kids and teens the fundamentals of digital citizenship and online safety.
Connected Kids: Safe, Strong, Secure (AAP) A program by the American Academy of Pediatrics offering resources for preventing bullying and promoting safe online behavior.
Healthy Children (AAP) Offers parents guidance on managing their children's media consumption. It includes research-based tips and resources to help families build healthy media habits and navigate the digital landscape safely.
Protect Young Eyes Provides resources and guidance to help families, schools, and churches create safer digital environments. The site offers tips, tools, and presentations on internet safety to protect children from online risks.

BFF or NRF (Not Really Friends): A Girl's Guide to Happy Friendships by Jessica Speer is a practical guide for young girls to navigate the complexities of friendships. It provides insights, activities, and advice to help girls understand and build positive, healthy relationships.
The Phone Book: Stay Safe, Be Smart, and Make the World Better with the Powerful Device in Your Hand by Jessica Speer is a comprehensive guide for kids and teens on using smartphones responsibly. It offers practical tips on safety, smart usage, and ways to positively impact the world through their device.
Middle School―Safety Goggles Advised: Exploring the Weird Stuff from Gossip to Grades, Cliques to Crushes, and Popularity to Peer Pressure by Jessica Speer is a humorous and insightful guide that helps middle schoolers navigate the challenges of adolescence. It covers topics like gossip, grades, cliques, crushes, and peer pressure with practical advice and relatable anecdotes.

Best Overall: Qustodio

Best for Older Kids: Bark

Best for Younger Kids: Canopy

Best for Real-Time Monitoring: NetNanny

Best for Time Monitoring: FamilyTime

Best for Location Tracking: Life360

Best for Netflix: VidAngel