Meet Maya!
Maya teaches young children about internet safety through her own adventures online.
Introducing “Maya Learns to be Smart Online (And You Can Too!): How to Spot Scams, Avoid Strangers and Keep Secrets Safe”
The playful, rhyming adventure that teaches kids internet safety before they need it, without the lecture.
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By 2nd grade, most children have tablets and nearly half of them already own a smartphone. Yet most internet safety books are either outdated, preachy, or skip young children entirely.
Sound familiar?
You want to protect your child online, but don't know where to start
Your 5-year-old asks for their own device but you wonder what they need to know first
Safety lectures put kids (and you!) to sleep
What if screen time conversations could be fun, memorable, and actually work?
Meet Maya!
Maya just got her first tablet for her 8th birthday!
She's excited to explore, play games, and learn about dogs for her school project. But when pop-ups promise free prizes, AI tells her dogs have six legs, and strangers start messaging her during online gaming, Maya learns the most important internet skill: how to pause, think, and spot the tricks.
Written in bouncy, Dr, Seuss-like rhyme that kids love, this engaging story turns complex internet safety concepts into adventures children will want to read again and again.
Finally - Internet Safety That Doesn't Feel Like a Lecture
Unlike traditional safety books that talk at kids, Maya's story:
Feels like story time, not screen time rules
Kids follow Maya's adventures, not a list of "don'tsUses playful, rhythmic verse
Bouncy, memorable rhymes (inspired by beloved classics) kids will repeat and remember!Starts at age 4
Catches kids before they develop bad habitsEmpowers kids to think critically
Maya learns to be smart and skeptical and get help when she needs itIncludes parents in the story
Models healthy tech boundaries and warm guidanceCovers what kids actually encounter
Scams, AI misinformation, gaming predators, password safety, photo oversharing, and more
What Maya Learns (And Your Child Will Too)
Through Maya's adventures, kids discover how to:
Spot online scams (Free tablets? Too good to be true!)
Question AI information (Dogs don't have 6 legs!)
Recognize stranger danger online (Block creepy gamers)
Keep passwords private (Even from best friends!)
Avoid oversharing in photos (School names and faces = too much info)
Understand app age ratings (18+ means NOT for kids!)
Watch for hidden costs (In-game purchases aren't always "gifts")
Think skeptically (Pause. Ask questions. Check the facts.)
More Than Just a Story - It's Your Internet Safety Starter Kit
What's Included:
Maya's Story (Full-color, illustrated)
A fun, engaging adventure kids will ask to read repeatedly
Parent Resource Guide
Conversation starters for each scenario
Age-appropriate explanations in a glossary of online risks
Expert tips from internet safety educators
Trusted resources
Customizable Family Tech Agreement
A fill-in-the-blank contract you can create together as a family
Who This Book Is Perfect For:
Parents of kids ages 4-8 who are getting (or already have) their first device
Families starting screen time conversations before problems arise
Educators, school counselors and librarians teaching media literacy, internet safety and digital citizenship
Grandparents who want to understand what kids face online
Anyone giving a child their first tablet or phone (this makes the perfect companion gift!)
Back to School Night so families can gain understanding of what kids are facing online
What's Inside Maya's Adventures
Story Preview:
It was MY big birthday—I'd turned number EIGHT!
Mom and Dad gave a gift with a big, shiny bow.
"A TABLET!" I cried. "Oh BOY! And THANK YOU!"
My excitement was bursting from head down to toe!
Each adventure Maya has teaches a critical lesson, without ever feeling like a lesson.
Why Parents Love This Book
"Finally! A book that is fun to read and actually talks about what kids encounter online!"
💙 Starts conversations naturally
"Remember when Maya got that weird pop-up? Have you seen anything like that?"
💚 Kids ask to read it again
The playful, rhythmic verse makes it fun, not preachy
💛 Covers real situations
Not generic advice to "be safe online"; these are actual scenarios kids face
🧡 Empowers kids to think critically
Maya learns to pause, question, and check, skills that transfer everywhere
❤️ Includes YOU in the solution
The Parent Guide makes follow-up easy (no research required!)
Three Ways to Use This Book
1. Preventive (Before They Get a Device)
Read Maya's story to prepare your child for what they'll encounter online. Establish rules and expectations early.
2. Proactive (When They First Get a Device)
Give this book alongside their first tablet or phone. Make it part of the "getting a device" ritual.
3. Responsive (When Issues Arise)
Use Maya's adventures to talk about problems that have already happened. "Remember when Maya...?"
FAQ Section
Q: My child doesn't have a device yet. Is this book still useful?
A: Absolutely! Starting the conversation before they get a device is ideal. Maya's story establishes foundational concepts they'll need to know..
Q: Is this book religious or political?
A: No. It focuses purely on practical internet safety skills that all families need, regardless of background.
Q: Can I read this with my 3-year-old?
A: Yes! The rhyming format works for younger kids, though they may not grasp all concepts yet. Think of it as growing with them.
Q: My child is 10. Is this too young for them?
A: The story targets ages 4-8, but the foundational concepts apply to all ages. Parents of tweens and teens can still benefit from the Parent Guide resources.
Q: What if my child has already encountered problems online?
A: Maya's story provides a non-threatening way to revisit those situations. Use it as a conversation starter: "Remember when Maya...?"
Give Your Child the Tools They Need to Thrive Online
Because the best time to talk about internet safety is before they need it.