Connecting Kids & the Web: A Handbook for Teaching Internet Use and Safety (Neal-Schuman Netguide Series) [Paperback]

Allen C. Benson (Author)

Book Description

Series: Neal-Schuman Netguide Series | Publication Date: May 27, 2003

This comprehensive multimedia handbook is designed specifically to help teach kids to use the Internet and web resources safely and effectively. School media specialists, children and youth librarians, teachers, home schoolers, parents, and caregivers -–even those with no prior knowledge --can quickly get up to speed and use these resources, lesson plans, and ideas to challenge students and enhance teaching and learning. Internet basics; browsers, e-mail, chat rooms, virtual libraries; search engines and subject trees; sound, streaming video, and other Web media; Web safety, resources and more are covered is this user-friendly CD-ROM and book package. The accompanying CD-ROM contains links with annotations to sites covered in the book and hundreds of additional sites carefully selected and organized by subject. Whether you are using the web with children or teens, for education or recreation, here is the tool you will want to keep at your side.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Whether you are a savvy Internet navigator or taking your first steps, this book is replete with practical suggestions and quality Web sites. Along with strategies for safety, the book is packed with facts and resources for educators to use with parents, colleagues, and students. In clear, easy-to-understand language, Benson's directions and explanations cover every basic possibility that new and experienced Internet users might encounter and answers many questions they never thought to ask. The accompanying CD consolidates many of the links mentioned in the book. This "Link Farm" is a resource with almost 400 subject-arranged, recommended Web sites, as well as lesson plans, Web quests, free "software for kids," and some applications serving as software utilities. From the parts of an Internet address to the components of a Web page, from basic modem and cable connections to the complexities of telnet and UNIX shell accounts, Benson provides clear instructions on the variety of Internet uses. Much of the technical advice at first glance may overwhelm beginners; however, with some background and assistance, these chapters offer novices a vehicle with which to keep up with savvy colleagues and children. Avid users should keep this volume at the ready.
Phyllis M. Simon, Bay Shore School District, NY
Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.

About the Author

Allen C. Benson is the Director of Library Services at Washington & Jefferson College, Washington, Pennsylvania. He earned his Master of Library Science degree from the University of Alabama, where he was also awarded the Faculty Scholar Award in 1993. He co-authored two editions of Connecting Kids and the Internet, and is the author of both Securing PCs and Data in Libraries and Schools and the Neal-Schuman Complete Internet Companion for Librarians.

Product Details

• Paperback: 355 pages
• Publisher: Neal Schuman Pub (May 27, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555704603
• ISBN-13: 978-1555704605
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.5 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,988,402 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must-Have Book for Teachers, Librarians & Parents, July 2, 2003

By 

Kathleen Krupicka (Elk River, Minnesota USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Connecting Kids & the Web: A Handbook for Teaching Internet Use and Safety (Neal-Schuman Netguide Series) (Paperback)

Connecting Kids and the Web is a valuable new resource for children as well as adults. All chapters are well written and provide valuable information. The author translates usually intimidating computer jargon into easy-to-understand English. The step-by-step instructions will make even the novice comfortable navigating web sites. The numerous new resources and information provided in this book is beneficial from academia to at-home entertainment. The CD-ROM that's included is an added bonus! The variety found in this handbook, along with the simplicity of use, will prove helpful to children and adults of all ages. This book will be an added mainstay next to my computer.

4.0 out of 5 stars No need to re-invent the wheel., June 4, 2003

By 

Melinda Tanner (Pennsylvania, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Connecting Kids & the Web: A Handbook for Teaching Internet Use and Safety (Neal-Schuman Netguide Series) (Paperback)

If you work with children of any age, this volume is the perfect guide for teaching the Internet. It is packed with activities and is organized in a very easy-to-follow format. It also includes snapshot illustrations to walk you through the various sample web searches/activities. The grade levels for the activities are indicated making it easy for you to pick the appropriate age-level activity. Highly recommended for public librarians (children's & young adult), teachers, homeschoolers.