Cyber Security for All KidsBy Susana
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Cyber Security for All Kids book cover by Susana Pentland, showing four cartoon superhero kids in front of a laptop with a padlock shield
Be Brave, Be Smart, Be a Safe Cyber Hero

Growing up online doesn't have to be scary.

Cyber Security for All Kids turns big online worries into simple, fun lessons kids can actually use. No boring lectures. No scary stories. Just brave, smart choices, one superhero step at a time.

Available worldwide as a paperback or Kindle ebook.

Can you spot the trick?

Tap each highlighted part of this real style game message. It's the same kind of breakdown kids will find in every chapter.

Message from "GameMaster99"

You've unlocked a ! Click this link , and !

Flag 1: A prize that's too good to be true. Real games don't send secret rewards through random chat messages. If it sounds amazing and unexpected, it's probably a trick.
Flag 2: Rushing you. Words like "right now" or "before it disappears" are designed to make you click before you stop and think.
Flag 3: Asking you to keep it secret. This is the biggest red flag of all. If a message ever asks you not to tell a trusted grown up, that's exactly the moment to tell one.

Chapter 4 walks through tricks just like this one, and shows what to do instead.

What's inside

Twelve short, colourful chapters, each one built around something kids actually run into online, not a lecture on how computers work.

01

What Is the Internet, Really?

A simple, friendly explanation of where all this online magic happens.

02

Your Secret Superhero Password

Making passwords strong, private, and fun to remember.

03

Not Everyone Online Is Who They Say

Understanding that online friends aren't always who they claim to be.

04

The Too Good to Be True Trap

Spotting fake prizes, free game rewards, and sneaky pop ups.

05

Being Kind (and Safe) in Chat

Simple rules for messaging and chatting during games.

06

The One Grown Up Rule

What to do the moment something online feels wrong.

07

Sharing Smart on Social Media

What's okay to share online, and what stays private.

08

Screen Time, Superhero Style

Balancing fun online time with real world adventures.

09

Playing Games Safely

In app purchases, chat rooms, and playing it smart.

10

Video Calls With Family

Staying safe on video calls with grandparents and school.

11

If Something Bad Happens

No shame, just simple steps: who to tell and what to do.

12

Talking to Your Grown Up About It

Making it easy to ask for help, any time you need it.

Written differently, on purpose

Most cyber security guides are written for adults, then handed down to kids. This one starts with kids.

Most cybersecurity guides

"Enable two factor authentication and monitor your child's digital footprint to mitigate identity theft exposure across connected devices."

Cyber Security for All Kids

"A password is like a secret superhero code. Never share it, not even with your best friend! Here's how to make one that's strong and easy to remember."

Portrait of Susana, author of Cyber Security for All Kids

Meet Susana

Susana writes cyber security and digital safety guides that turn complex online risks into language everyday readers can actually use, for kids, for seniors, and for the families connecting the two generations.

This book grew out of a simple idea: most online safety advice for kids is either too scary or too complicated. Cyber Security for All Kids is written to be neither, using colourful characters and simple stories to help children feel brave, not frightened, online.

Looking after the whole family? Susana's companion book, Cyber Security for All Seniors, covers the same real world threats for grandparents, a natural pairing for grandkids and grandparents alike. Find it at safewithsusana.com.

Meet Susana in person

Want to book a school incursion, library session, author visit, or family workshop? Get in touch at [email protected]. Free talks and workshops are held at schools, libraries and community centers. Everyone welcome, no tech experience required.

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School Incursion: Be a Cyber Hero!

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Library Story and Activity Session

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Family Cyber Safety Workshop

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Common questions

What age is this book written for?
It's written mainly for kids under 10, using simple words and short chapters, though older kids enjoy it too. Many families find it works well as a read together book with grown ups and kids exploring each chapter side by side.
Do I need to read it with my child?
Not necessarily. Younger readers or those still building confidence often enjoy it most as a shared read, while older kids can work through the chapters on their own.
Does it cover gaming and social media?
Yes. Chapters 5, 7 and 9 cover chat and messaging, social media sharing, and staying safe while gaming, including in app purchases and chat rooms.
Can teachers use this in the classroom?
Yes, many of the chapters work well as classroom discussion starters or reading group material for primary school students.
Is there a paperback as well as the ebook?
Yes. It's available as a Kindle ebook, which can be read on a phone, tablet, or computer using the free Kindle app, no Kindle device required, and as a paperback for those who prefer a physical copy to read together.