locking screen

[sophie_1003]

I need some advice on using websites with a class of reception children. I found a website that worked well but the children kept clicking off the page they were meant to be using, is there a way of 'locking' the screen so they can still use that page but can't easily move to a different page? I thought there was a 'screen lock' button on the keyboard but I can't see one!

[VHG]

A simple solution would be to maximize the browser window.

You can also get rid of most of the menus and toolbars by using the IE menu options so they cannot select another menu option.

[sophie_1003]

had maximised the window but it was the toolbars that were causing problems! mouse control is at a minimum for the children so they just click anywhere! will have a go at that and see if it helps! thank you!

[squarebear]

Press F11 and it will go to full screen, hiding many buttons. Press it again to go back to normal.

[sophie_1003]

thanks squarebear! didn't know of that one! I think another problem is that they right click without realising, might put a sticker on the left button so they know which one is 'correct'

[ChuckFickens]

http://kidrocket.org/download.php

[sophie_1003]

Thanks Chuck, unfortunately that one doesn't support the website want to use but will definitely keep it in mind for the future!

[ChuckFickens]

there are a few child friendly web browser about

http://download.cnet....27064_4-10545934.html

http://www.kid-surf.com/

are another couple.

[sophie_1003]

ooh they look good as well chuck! will see if I can download them at the school as that will save loads of time trying to get the kids to stay on the site they're meant to!