The 2014 Winter Olympics have begun! That's right, even though the opening ceremony isn't until tomorrow, some events are already underway because there is just so much to fit in! I can't recall if this has ever happened before. This year, fans will have unprecedented access to information due in large part to the widespread use of social media. While very exciting, it can be a challenging landscape to navigate. Common Sense Media has come out with a timely page on their website devoted to helping parents and kids make smart choices about following the Olympics on social media.
On the site, you will find tips about how to set boundaries for using social media in your household; suggestions on where to find information on past and current Olympic athletes, and helpful 2014 Games information, like official websites, hashtags, and useful apps.
In addition to watching the sporting events, I always enjoy learning more about athletes and their home countries during the Olympics, too. I hope you will, too!
On the Common Sense Media "About Us" page, it states, "Common Sense Media is dedicated to improving the lives of kids and families by providing the trustworthy information, education, and independent voice they need to thrive in a world of media and technology." This website is full of information that both parents and kids can use. In fact, I think it's such a handy website, I've added a link to their site to our sidebar!
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