Parent Resources

The Palmer Library supports every parent's or guardian's right and responsibility to guide their children's choices based on their family's worldview. These resources have been recommended by parents. Listed resources are for informational purposes only, and may require a paid subscription and/or other costs. The City of Palmer, and the Palmer Public Library, do not endorse any resource or product presented.

Phones:
Bark
Pinwheel
Gabb
Gizmo (phone watch)

Internet Filters:
Aura
Net Nanny
Family Time
Net Angel
Protect Young Eyes

Media Reviews:
Plugged In
Common Sense Media
Parent Previews (movies)
Novelist for Kids
Novelist
A Manga Guide for Parents (forum article)

Support Groups:
Parenting in a Tech World (Facebook)
Parenting in a Tech World Advice & Tips (Different group. Facebook)
Parenting and Technology (Facebook)
The Parent Support Network (Virtual meetings)
Parents Helping Parents (Virtual meetings & stress hotline)

Online Safety:
Stay Safe (basics for teens)
Connect Safely
Family Online Safety Institute
Cyber Wise
Net Smartz (all ages)
Net Smartz Kids (kids interactive activities)
Internet Matters (Ages 0-5)
Internet Matters (Ages 6-10)
Internet Matters (Ages 11-13)
I nternet Matters (Ages 14+)
Shared Hope International
Stop Sextortion
Love 146 (child exploitation support & action)