Messenger Kids
A New Tool to Keep Kids Safe Online Like it or not, our kids are much more “plugged in” than we ever were. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), 22 percent of teenagers log on to social media sites at least 10 times per day. Learning how to keep our kids safe online is just part of what it means to be a parent in the information age. Thankfully there are tools available to make that job easier.
WHERE TO FIND THESE CONTROLS Open Facebook on your regular device, then click on “more” in the lower right-hand corner. If you’ve set up your child’s account, you’ll see “Messenger Kids” listed there. Selecting this will give you access to a wealth of safety features. THE CONTROLS AVAILABLE From this section of your Facebook app, you can control your child’s contact list, curating who can and cannot contact them. You and your child can also block individuals they no longer want on their contact list and report any content that makes either of you uncomfortable. If your child reports content, you will be notified by Facebook. Finally, you can set “sleep modes” to control when and for how long your child uses the app. This way you can ensure that they aren’t up late texting or getting distracted during school hours. Messenger Kids strikes a balance for parents who want to let their kids socialize online with protective measures. It’s a comprehensive and effective tool once you know how to use it. Of course, beyond just using these tools, you should always talk to your child about the importance of being safe online.
Messenger Kids is an app developed by Facebook to allow kids to interact online while giving parents peace of mind. Having consulted with thousands of families and organizations like the National Parent- Teacher Association, this may be one of the most comprehensive steps toward online safety for children. Here’s how you can begin using it in your household. HOW TO SET UP THE APP Messenger Kids is designed to run through a parent’s Facebook account. When you download the free app to your child’s device, you will input your own account information. The only info the app asks you to provide about your child is their name. After this setup, you can hand the device back to your kid and manage the safety features though your own Facebook app. Your child doesn’t need a Facebook account of their own.
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Green Bean & Sesame Salad
Inspired by Delicious magazine
Ingredients
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3 cups green beans, ends trimmed
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1 small red onion, finely chopped
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1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
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Small bunch of fresh mint
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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Small bunch of flat-leaf parsley
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2 tablespoons sesame seeds, toasted
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
1. Bring a large saucepan of water to boil; cook green beans for 4–5 minutes; drain well. 2. In a blender, mix finely chopped mint and parsley with olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper. Blend until combined. 3. Add dressing, onion, and sesame seeds to beans. Toss together. Cool dish, then refrigerate until ready to serve.
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