My Safe People
What does it mean to be a safe person?
A person who you can trust, doesn't get you to do things you're uncomfortable with, someone who takes care of you, someone who doesn't judge you, someone who you can go to when you need help, someone who listens to you...
Everyone you meet on the internet is safe to talk to.
False.
How can you take steps to keep yourself safe in a car?
Wear a seatbelt. Don't distract the driver.
What is cyberbullying?
A person who uses the internet to harass or intimidate someone else.
Name 3 safe people you can talk to if you need help in school.
Teacher
Counselor
Principal
Friend
Coach
I should not add someone as a friend if I do not know them in real life.
True.
Parent/guardian
Teacher
What are three things you can do online that are safe?
Playing games with friends, school websites, child appropriate videos, chatting with friends you know in real life, things the adults you live with approve of, etc
Identify 3 safe places you can go if you are in need of help (either physically or emotionally)
Home, school, police station, fire station, family members home, hospital, friends house, etc.
If I need to create a password in order to use a website, I should use something that is easy to remember, and I should tell my friend in case I forget.
False. When creating passwords, you want to use something that no one can guess. Make sure to use a mix of letters, numbers, and special characters, and only tell your parents what your password is.
If a stranger that looks like Mrs.McCaslin asks you for help, should you help them?
No. No adult should be asking a child for help. If an adult is asking you for help, you should let your grown up know and maybe they can help that stranger if help is really needed.
Name three things that are unsafe to do online?
Share personal information
Entering adult sites
Talking to strangers
Clicking ads (links to inappropriate sites or malware)
Putting your parents personal information in a website without asking
What should you do if someone that you identify as a safe person doesn't believe something you say?
Find a new person to tell; tell someone else on you identify as a safe person who can help.
Coping skills are a good way to help deal with emotions and frustrations.
True. Coping skills can help to remind you that there are things you can do to help calm you down when feeling frustrated or upset..
Take space, go for a walk, listen to music, talk to family or friends, watch tv, draw, sports, etc.
What can you do to take care of yourself physically?
Eat well, move your body, keep up with your personal hygiene, drink water...
How old do you have to be to go on Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and Facebook?
How old for Fortnite?
Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and Facebook: 13 years old
Fortnite: 12 years old
When would you utilize your safety network of people?
When you're feeling worried, scared, mad, upset, etc. If you don't know if something is right or wrong or if something is happening that make you feel uncomfortable.
Cell phones cannot get viruses or malware.
False. Anything that connects to the internet can get viruses or malware.
What can you do to take care of your emotions/feelings? (ex: when you're mad, angry, sad...)
Talk to safe adults
Use coping skills
Talk to friends
Understand there is nothing wrong with you. Know it's okay to have emotions
Why is it important to take breaks from screens during summer?
Taking breaks from screens helps your brain, eyes, sleep, mood, and body stay healthy. Too much screen time can make it harder to focus, increase stress, tire your eyes, and reduce time for exercise, outdoor play, and face-to-face social skills.