How to Connect, Share & Play Safely Online: A Manga Guide for Preteens, Teens and Parents

An important book on how to stay safe online - presented in a fun manga style! When young people get their first phone, they enter an online world of endless potential but also many real-life risks. This book clearly explains how to become a smart, safe digital citizen. Through an engaging mix of comics and sidebars, preteens and teens learn to navigate threats like bullying, identity theft, sexual grooming, fake news and screen addiction - so they don't become victims of crimes that can have devastating consequences in the real world. Written by a former police detective with extensive experience investigating digital crimes, this book features infographics, explanations of key terms, real-life examples and simple guidelines for staying safe online. Young readers will learn: How to spot fake information and avoid online scams What a "digital tattoo" is, and how to avoid getting one The sneaky tricks scammers use to get your data What photos and information should never be shared And much more! Comics by Japanese illustrator Popoko have a cool manga aesthetic that appeals to young readers. This is the ideal book for parents who want to start a continuing conversation with their children about how to thrive in today's social media world.