Texting. Blogging. IMing. Technology that has become second nature to our children remains uncharted territory for many parents. What in the World Are Your Kids Doing Online? tells you everything you need to know to navigate the parenting issues technology raises, and arms you with the tools you need to protect your children. This comprehensive, all-purpose guide shows you how to keep up with the latest in computer technology and the Interneteven if youre a techno-illiterate. Youll also learn how to:protect your child from cyber-bullies and sexual predatorsmonitor your childs online activityrecognize the danger signs in your childs use of chat rooms and socializing sites such as MySpace decode the secret language of texting, instant messaging, e-mail, and chat roomskeep your Cyber-kid healthy and fit teach your child good on-line study skillshelp your child build healthy friendships and dating relationships, both on- and off-linegear your rules about the Internet to your childs age and developmental stageknow when to turn the computer offIncludes information on how the cyber world affects children with special needs, learning disorders, and emotional disorders.