Think Before You Tap — Digital Safety Guide For Teens

The Teen Guide to Outsmarting Scams, Bullies & Online Pressure

📖 Overview

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Think Before You Tap is a practical digital safety guide for teens, helping them navigate the online world safely while providing parents and educators with the tools to support responsible online behaviour.

This book covers how to:

  • Protect personal information online
  • Handle cyberbullying and online harassment
  • Avoid scams and risky online situations
  • Balance screen time and online habits
  • Make smart decisions on social media, gaming, and apps

Whether your teen is getting their first phone or you are looking for strategies to guide them, this book is a first phone guide for teens that empowers young people to take control of their digital lives.

🖊️ Author Note

Written by Darren Rhodes, this guide combines real-world examples, practical tips, and advice to help teens build confidence and digital responsibility. Parents, teachers, and youth workers can use this as a roadmap to teach online safety for schools and home settings alike.

📚 Key Chapters

  • Who Are You Online?
  • Stranger Danger & Staying Safe Online
  • Online Bullying: What to Do When Words Hurt
  • Passwords & Account Security
  • Gaming, Social Media, & Addictive Apps
  • Meeting People Online: Safe Socialising
  • Putting It All Together: Personal Safety Plan
  • Resources & Tools

Each chapter reinforces digital safety for teens with practical exercises, real-life examples, and clear strategies for both teens and adults.

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    🧩 Free Teaching Pack

    Educators, parents, and youth workers can download a free teaching pack to lead discussions, workshops, and activities based on the book. This resource reinforces teaching digital responsibility in classrooms, youth groups, and at home.

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    💬 Testimonials & Endorsements

    Coming soon — stay tuned for reviews from parents, educators, and youth leaders highlighting how this book improves digital safety for teens and builds lasting online habits. Due for release December 2025

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