Zift partners with schools and educational programs to provide digital materials, workshops and seminars to teachers, parents and students alike, on topics such as online safety, social media etiquette, cyberbullying and more.
Digital Safety Resources for Educators
Technology in the classroom is becoming more and more common, which is why it's important for educators to have the resources they need to keep kids safe online while they're at school.
Downloadable In-Depth Guides
Our detailed digital guides are offered on a range of topics from cyberbullying to Snapchat. See our current resources below:
Online Safety 101: Online Predators & Grooming
Cyberbullying: A Guidebook for Parents
YouTube: A Complete Guide for Parents
Is Your Child Ready for a Smartphone?
Connected Toy Buying Guide for Parents
Parenting the Digital Generation, Infants & Children
Parenting the Digital Generation, Tweens
Parenting the Digital Generation, Teens
Printable Checklists & Contracts
These handy checklists and contracts can be printed out and distributed to faculty members, teachers, parents and students. Checklists and contracts keep everyone on the same page.
Social Media Contract for Tweens & Teens
Cyberbullying Checklist for Kids
Connected Toy Buying Guide Checklist
Video Gaming Contract for Kids
Online Safety Checklist for Families
Resources By Grade Level
Elementary School
See below for our resources most suitable for elementary school students.
Safe Password Tips Kids Should Know
Why Kids Love Minecraft (and Why You Should Too)
5 Stranger Danger Tips for Kids Playing Pokémon Go
Guidelines for Safe Pokémon Go Play
How to Talk to Kids About Online Predators
Middle School
See below for our resources most suitable for middle school students.
How to Keep Kids Safe While Live Streaming
5 Tips to Help Kids Spot Fake News
10 Things Tweens Should Know Before They Post
High School
See below for our resources most suitable for high school students.
9 Ways Teens Can Build a Positive Reputation on LinkedIn
The Cost of Bad Behavior on Social Media
7 Things Teens Need to Know About Social Media and Privacy
How to Help Teens Navigate Social Media
5 Tips to Help Shy Teens Engage More at School
Why Teens Participate in Sexting
Social Media Etiquette Rules for Teens
How to Help Teens with Their Technology Addiction
Blog Resources By Topic
Cyberbullying
Many school kids face real-life bullies and cyberbullies. It can be difficult for educators to identify cyberbullying because it happens outside the classroom environment. Check out our resources below for tips that can help.
Breaking the Culture of Sports Bullying
6 Steps to Escape Anonymous Cyberbullies
4 Surprising Characteristics of Kids Who Cyberbully
Cyberbullying on Social Media Linked to Teen Depression
When to Get the School Involved with Cyberbullies
9 Steps Parents Can Take When Your Child is Cyberbullied
Mobile Health & Wellness
Stay up to date on mobile health news with these blog articles.
What Smartphones Do to Kid’s Eyes
Top 10 Fitness Apps to Get Kids Moving
Screen Time May Not Be as Evil as We Think
Why Silicon Valley CEOs Raise Their Kids Tech Free
4 Ways Smartphones are Changing Kids’ Brains
Special Needs
Working with special needs students? Check out these resources for guidance.
Helpful Parenting Resources for ASD Families
ASD Digital Parenting Guidelines
Digital Parenting and Your Autistic Child, Part 1
Digital Parenting and Your Autistic Child, Part 2
Digital Parenting and Your Autistic Child, Part 3
Activities for Kids
Unplugging activities can be fun and educational. See some of our favorite crafts here:
How to Make DIY Emoji Easter Eggs
Glitter Slime: The Ultimate DIY Activity
How to Make a DIY Fingerprint Heart Keepsake
Learn About Our Seminars and Workshops
Our in-person seminars and workshops led by Zift team members include the latest research findings about children and technology and provides guidance for avoiding digital pitfalls.
If you would like to have a Zift team member visit your school or educational program, please contact Kristin MacLaughlin at kmaclaughlin@wezift.com.