Links for Children

Statistics published in January by the Home Office revealed that more that 17,000 under 16s had their mobile phones or MP3 players stolen in 2007 - an average of 50 a day.

The quarterly crime figures obtained under the Freedom of Information Act from 43 of the UK's 52 police forces show that in the three years to 2007, there were 52,348 reports of phones and MP3 players being stolen from children aged 15 or under.

PROTECT YOUR CHILD BY PROTECTING THEIR PHONE WITH CSEF'S MOBILE PHONE SAFETY TIPS

Things to remember...

Locate your IMEI number, your phone’s unique identifying number, which can be found on the box the phone came in or behind the phone’s battery. You can also obtain this by typing *#06#.
Make a note of your IMEI number and this can then be used to prohibit use of your phone if it is lost or stolen.
Register your mobile phone on the IMEI database at http://www.immobilise.com/.
Use the PIN code, if it has one, so that only you access your phone.
Property mark your phone with your postcode and house number to assist police in identifying stolen phones.
Save details in your phone of a family member of friend who can be contacted in an emergency. Add ‘ICE’ (In Case of Emergency) before their name so that the emergency services know immediately who to contact.
Immediately inform police if your phone is stolen and inform your network provider if it is stolen or lost.
Most mobile phones will allow you to call 999 even if you have no credit left or if the battery appears to be flat.

Things to avoid…

Attracting attention to you phone when using it. Keep your mobile safe and out of sight!
Walking and talking (or texting). Always be aware of your surroundings and the people around you.
Using phones when near train, tube and bus stations. There are more robbers frequenting these areas.

Leaving your phone unattended. It only takes a split second for someone to pick a mobile up.

Walking alone in isolated and dark areas. Put your phone on silent or vibrate so your ring tone doesn't draw attraction to you.
Lending your phone to someone you don’t know or don’t trust. Many mobile phones are sought after items.
Giving your number to a stranger. Always inform your parents, a teacher or someone you trust if someone is pressuring you for this.
Using Bluetooth on your phone when you are not using it. Avoid unwanted access to your mobile phone by switching the facility off when it is not needed.

The Children's Safety Education Foundation, Hilton House, Lord Street, Stockport, SK1 3NA
Tel: 0161 477 5122

	Never open or reply to emails from strangers. If you see an unknown email or aren't sure, tell an adult.
	Never email your password, address, telephone number or school name to someone else, especially strangers.
	Don't agree to meet up with an email contact without your parents' permission.
	If someone sends you an email that makes you feel uncomfortable, tell an adult.
	If you see a website that makes you unhappy or uncomfortable, tell an adult.
	Ask permission before entering a competition or contest.
	Always ask permission before downloading anything from the internet.

	BBC Schools - Lots of games and activities for all ages.
	Words and Pictures - games and activities to practice sounds.
	Number Time - play number games with Bill and Bernie.
	The Magic Key - meet your friends from the Oxford Reading Tree books.

	Harry Potter - Evreything you need to know about Harry Potter, with links, information and games for the new film.
	Infant Explorer - Read a book with Sebastian Swan or send him an email! This site has information for children, parents and teachers.
	Young People's Trust for the Environment If you are aged 5-16, a teacher or a parent, and you're interested in the environment and nature, this is the site for you!
	Bizzikid - fun and educational site for kids.
	Welephant's Web Site - Fire Safety for Children
	Barnaby Bear - Fun, stories, games with Barnaby Bear
	The Mouse Club - Lots of stories, games, puzzles and cards to make. There is a club to join for more activities.
	Safe on the Street - A road safety education site for 7-11 year olds, their teachers and parents.
	Kinder Art - Lots of art resources for children and adults.
	Webtime Stories - A collection of web sites for people who love children's literature.

	Play Hangman: WARNING - very addictive!
	Penny Schenk's Advent Calendars - A lovely site showcasing previous year's interactive advent calendars. Check back on 1st December for this year's calendar!
	Northpole.com - Santa's very own website!
	Countdown to Christmas!
	Victorian Christmas - Everything you ever wanted to know about Christmas in Victorian times.
	A Victorian Christmas - another very informative site.
	Play Christmas chimes on this site - see if you recognise the tune!

	Ask Jeeves - The children's version of the world famous search engine.
	Yahooligans - The web guide for kids.

	Children's BBC
	Children's ITV