Just like in real life, using the internet involves interacting and collaborating with other people. Readers of this book will find out why it is important to be respectful of the people they meet online. They will learn methods for interacting appropriately in collaborative online discussions and for constructively criticizing others' work. They will also reflect upon how they would feel if someone treated them poorly online.

Using the AASL Standards Framework for Learners, the Create and Share: Thinking Digitally series provides younger readers with the necessary tools to successfully and safely navigate the digital world. In Respecting Others Online, readers learn the importance of being respectful online. Activities throughout the book prompt students to think more deeply, be creative, share information and resources, and grow their knowledge. Book includes a table of contents, glossary, index, author biography, sidebars, and educational matter.

"This series was developed to help children understand skills that are needed in everyday life. In this series, children are introduced to eight common actions: Respectful, Responsibility, Kindness, Patience, Diversity, Organization, Honesty, and Safety. Each action is highlighted in its own books, which provides little readers with easy explanations and vivid examples."--Slipcase.

Explains what respect is and ways to be respectful.

Showing respect is very important. But what does that mean? Readers will learn through examples in a fun question and answer format that treating others the way you would want to be treated shows respect.

"Text first published in 1990 by Children's Press, Inc."

More than half the world's population has access to the Internet. Good digital citizens show respect for the different cultures, beliefs, views, and resources they may encounter online. This book encourages readers to demonstrate kindness and respect in all their digital interactions, even when they disagree with other Internet users. By following simple guidelines, readers can also learn to honor the privacy and creative rights of other users. Help your readers create a safer and friendlier place to share opinions and information.