For Parents
This page contains links to media literacy topics aimed at parents and their children as well as a link to the Canadian Points of View database.
- Canadian Points of View This link opens in a new window
Canadian Points of View contains resources that present multiple sides of an issue and can help students develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues, and develop analytical thinking skills. The database covers over 400 topics.
- Mediasmarts Topics for ParentsThis site contains an extensive list of resources on a variety of internet and media literacy topics. This list can be limited to topic or resource type.
- Talking to Kids About the NewsTip Sheet for Parents by Mediasmarts
- How to Spot "Influencer Advertising"Have a teenager in your life? This video from adstandards.ca is helpful for helping your teen determine when something is an "influencer ad" instead of an unbiased review.
Retrevied from adstandards.ca on October 28, 2022. - Media Literacy at Home - Manitoba InformationManitoba Education and Training has created a downloadable parent handbook on learning with information and communication technology.
- How to Parent the Digital GenerationThis online workshop offers tips and strategies for parents and caregivers to help their children navigate the online world.
- Managing your Child's Screen TimeIncludes a tip sheet with easy to use pertinent ideas for managing the amount of time your child uses screens.
- How to tell the difference between real and fake newsA youtube video from CBC kids hosted by Saara Chaudry, retrieved from cbc.ca on October 28, 2022