Using Social Media

“The Digital Safety Smarts series offers a thoughtful, well-structured introduction to digital citizenship for upper-elementary readers navigating an online world. Filled with realistic scenarios and clear explanations that educate readers, these approachable volumes encourage kids to think critically about their online behavior while emphasizing safety, empathy, and responsibility. Dealing with Online Bullies explores the difference between teasing and cyberbullying, offering practical strategies for responding, seeking help, and supporting others. Playing Online Games focuses on digital etiquette, privacy, and age-appropriate content, helping readers recognize risks while still enjoying interactive game play. Understanding AI stands out for clearly explaining how artificial intelligence works while addressing ethics, bias, and responsible use in an accessible and empowering way. Using Social Media examines digital footprints, personal online content, and the long-term consequences of online posts, reinforcing the importance of privacy and thoughtful posting. Across the series, full-color photographs, infographics, and sidebars enhance comprehension, while each title’s glossary and further-reading section support classroom and library use. The tone remains informative, encouraging readers to reflect and make conscious decisions rather than to simply follow rules. A strong fit for school and public libraries, Digital Safety Smarts works well for independent reading, small-group discussions, and for teaching digital literacy. This series will help young readers to better understand the importance of safely navigating today’s expansive digital landscape.”—Booklist

“These titles are informative and will be helpful to elementary school readers who must learn the skills necessary for navigating our digital world.”—School Library Journal