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From the Back Cover The Internet has become a powerful educational tool for children, encouraging the development of reading and writing skills in an environment that is fun and stimulating. Whether they are in preschool, kindergarten, or first grade, whether they can read or write, it has never been easier to introduce youngsters to the Internet. In this book, Burgstahler helps youngsters explore the World Wide Web and its vast educational resources through fun activities which cover the areas of language arts, social studies, math, art, crafts, and entertainment. This unique guide introduces young children to the Web, guides them through the functions of basic Internet tools such as E-mail, and provides crucial tips on Internet safety. The youngster surfing the Net will find page after page of NetWork worksheets, with both on-line and off-line activities, many with such familiar characters as Barney, Lamb Chops, Casper, and Thomas the Tank Engine. Also included is a glossary of technical and non-technical terms, as well as lists of electronic books, tutorials and other relevant materials. Parents, children, teachers, administrators, and computer lab assistants.