Internet Smarts
Is everything you read on the internet true?
No! Some information online is incorrect or misleading.
Should you tell a stranger online your password?
No!
Can your words hurt someone's feelings even if you type them instead of saying them aloud?
Yes!
Is your password something to keep private or share publicly?
Keep private!
You accidentally open a website that makes you uncomfortable. What should you do?
Leave the website and tell a trusted adult.
What should you do if you see something online that makes you uncomfortable?
Tell a trusted adult.
Name one piece of personal information you should be careful about sharing online.
Your full name, address, phone number, password, or school details.
What does it mean to be kind online?
Treating others with respect when using technology.
Is it okay to share your favorite color online?
Yes!
Someone sends you a mean message during an online game. What should you do?
Don't respond with more insults! Block or report the person if appropriate.
What is the internet used for?
Finding information, communicating, learning, playing games, and more!
Someone online asks what school you attend. What should you do?
Avoid sharing that information and talk to a trusted adult if you are unsure.
You see someone making fun of a classmate in a group chat. What could you do?
Don't join, support the classmate, and tell a trusted adult.
You want to post a picture of your friend online. What should you do first?
Ask their permission and follow family or school rules.
A pop-up says you won a free tablet and asks you to click a link. Should you click it right away?
No! It could be a scam. Tell a trusted adult.
You find two websites that give different answers to the same question. What should you do?
Compare reliable sources and check which information is trustworthy.
Why is it important to keep your passwords private?
They help protect your accounts and personal information.
What is cyberbullying?
Bullying someone using digital devices or online spaces.
Your friend asks you to share their home address in a public game chat. Should you?
No. Respect their privacy and don't share their personal information.
Your friend gives you their password and asks you to log in to their account. Should you share that password with other friends?
No, respect their privacy and keep it private!
What is a website?
A collection of related web pages you can visit online.
A new online friend asks you to send a picture of yourself online and keep it a secret from your parents. What should you do?
Don't send the picture, and tell a trusted adult about the request.
Why should you think before posting a comment online?
Because your words can affect others, and online posts can be saved or shared.
Why might sharing your location publicly be unsafe?
It could reveal where you are or help strangers figure out where to find you.
Someone online says they are a kid your age, but you have never met them in person. Should you automatically trust everything they say?