Be Internet Awesome!
Tuesday, May 19
5:30pm - 6:30pm
Help your child build confidence and stay safe online!
This fun, interactive two-part series on internet safety uses engaging, kid-friendly curriculum from Highlights and Google.
Through games, discussions, and hands-on activities, kids will learn practical skills for navigating the digital world safely and responsibly.
Important Registration Information:
This is a two-part program, and participants who register will be automatically enrolled in both sessions. Attendance at both sessions is encouraged to get the most out of the experience.
Part One: Internet Smart & Alert
Learn the basics of staying safe online:
- What kind of information should be kept private—and why
- Why it’s important to think before you post
- How to respect other people’s privacy online
- How to spot suspicious websites or messages and what to do if you encounter a scam
Part Two: Internet Strong, Kind, and Brave (June 16, 2026)
Build positive and confident online habits:
- Why strong passwords matter
- How emojis and kind words can change the tone of a message
- When to ask a trusted adult for help
- How to be a brave and supportive friend online
Kids will stay engaged with interactive games like Bingo and hidden object searches, and will have the opportunity to earn charms for a bracelet as well as fun vinyl stickers along the way.
Caregivers will receive a Family Guide and a Special Edition Magazine to take home, helping reinforce what was learned and continue the conversation beyond the program.
This program is for children ages 7-12. Registration is required. Families registering multiple children should register each participant separately.
If you have questions, please contact the P. D. Brown Branch at 301-645-2864 or email pdbrownref@ccplonline.org.
Charles County Public Library events are accessible for all. If you have an accessibility request, please contact programs@ccplonline.org three business days prior to the event.
P.D. Brown Memorial Branch
