Smart Surfers: Online Safety for Kids

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• Primary Education

Online Safety

Outcome

Learn the importance of online safety.

Recognise that people online can be strangers

How does using the internet make you feel?

What do you know about staying safe online?

What is the Internet?

The internet lets us watch videos, play games, and talk to friends. It can be lots of fun, but we must use it safely.

Why is it important to use the internet safely?

A

To keep us safe

B

To have fun

Be Careful with Strangers

Not everyone online is who they say they are. Never talk to strangers or share your name or where you live.

People online can be.....

A

Everyone is a friend

B

Strangers

Ask a Grown-Up for Help

If something online makes you feel upset or confused, talk to a trusted adult right away.

If someone upsets you online, talk to

A

Trusted adult

B

Nobody

Watch Videos Safely

Only watch videos that a grown-up says are OK. Some videos are not made for children.

Every video online is safe?

A

Yes

B

No

Keep Your Info Secret

Do not share passwords, your age, school, or any private information online.

Should you share your passwords?

A

Yes

B

No

Let's Remember!

To stay safe online: never share private information, always ask a grown-up for help, and have fun while being smart!

How can I stay safe online?

Role play

You will now act out 3 short scenes about internet safety.

#1

Hari: takes photo
Alex: I don’t feel okay with that.
Hari: signs sorry

Alex: Please ask me next time.

#2

Rhianna: A stranger sent me a message.
Leah: That could be unsafe.

Rhianna: What should we do?
Leah: Block it and tell an adult.

#3

Lettie: This looks fun.

Will: It might be unsafe.
Lettie: You’re right, no.
Will: Good choice — we stay safe.