Internet Safety Script

Warm-Up: Online Safety Starter (5 minutes)

"Good morning, everyone! Today, we're going to talk about something really important for all of us, especially with how much we use phones and computers. We're going to talk about internet safety and social media apps.

To start, I want you to think for a moment: What does the phrase 'internet safety' mean to you? What comes to your mind when you hear it? Just shout out some ideas! There are no wrong answers here."

(Listen to student responses. Affirm and gently guide the conversation towards protecting oneself online.)

"Great ideas! It sounds like many of you already have a good sense of what we'll be discussing today."

Introduction: Welcome to the Web! (10 minutes)

(Display Internet Safety Slides, Slide 1)

"Look at our first slide! It says, 'Welcome! Let's Talk Internet Safety!' And beneath that, it asks, 'What is the internet? What are social media apps? Why is it important to be safe online?'

Can anyone tell me in their own words, what is the internet?

"That's right! The internet is a huge network where we can find information, watch videos, play games, and connect with people all over the world. It's like a giant library and playground rolled into one, but it's all digital!

Now, what about social media apps? Can you name some social media apps you might have heard of or used?

(Listen to student responses like TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, etc.)

"Exactly! Social media apps are like digital places where we can share pictures, videos, and messages with our friends and family. It's how we connect with each other online."

(Display Internet Safety Slides, Slide 2)

"As you can see on this slide, the internet and social media are amazing tools. They let us learn new things, share fun moments, and stay in touch. But just like in the real world, where we have rules for crossing the street or talking to strangers, we also need rules for staying safe online. We need to be smart and safe!"

(Display Internet Safety Slides, Slide 3)

"So, why is safety a big deal? Because while there's a lot of good stuff online, there can also be some dangers. Our goal today is to learn how to:

• Protect ourselves
• Protect our information
• Make smart choices

To get us thinking, we're going to play a quick game. It's called 'Fact or Fiction?'"

Activity: Fact or Fiction? (10 minutes)

"Alright, let's play 'Fact or Fiction'! I'm going to read some statements about internet safety. If you think the statement is true, or a fact, give a thumbs up. If you think it's false, or fiction, give a thumbs down. We'll discuss each one. Ready?"

(Lead the Fact or Fiction Game. Read each statement and ask students to vote. After each statement, explain the correct answer and why. Use the discussion points from the game material.)

"Great job, everyone! You're already thinking like internet safety experts!"

Core Lesson: Staying Safe Online (15 minutes)

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"Now that we've warmed up our brains, let's dive into some key ways to stay safe. Our first big rule is about Your Private Info: Keep it Secret!

What do you think 'personal information' means? What kind of things do you think count as personal information?

(Guide students to understand that personal information is anything that can identify them, like their full name, address, phone number, school, birthday. Give examples.)

"That's right! Your full name, your address, your phone number, the name of your school, and your birthday are all examples of personal information. This information is special, and we need to protect it.

Rule #1: Don't share personal information with strangers online! Just like you wouldn't tell a stranger on the street where you live, you shouldn't tell someone online either, unless a trusted adult says it's okay and helps you."

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"Next up, we have Passwords: Your Secret Key! Everyone who uses the internet has passwords for their accounts, like for games or social media.

A password is like a secret key that unlocks your online accounts. It keeps your stuff safe from others.

What makes a password a strong password?

(Explain that strong passwords are long, use a mix of big and small letters, numbers, and symbols. Give an example like dog (weak) vs. D0g_L0v3r$ (strong).)

"See the difference? A strong password is much harder for someone else to guess. And remember:

Rule #2: Keep your passwords private and strong! Never share your password with anyone, not even your best friend, unless it's a trusted adult helping you set it up."

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"Our third safety tip is about Privacy Settings: Who Sees What? Many social media apps have special settings called 'privacy settings.' These settings are really important because they let you control who can see what you post online.

It's like having a lock on your door. You choose who you let into your house.

Which option do you think is safest: showing your posts to 'Everyone,' or showing them to 'Friends Only' or 'Private'?

"Yes, 'Friends Only' or 'Private' is usually the safest way to go.

Rule #3: Set your privacy to 'Friends Only' or 'Private' not 'Public'! This helps make sure only people you know and trust can see your pictures and messages."

(Display Internet Safety Slides, Slide 7)

"This next rule is super important: Online Strangers: Be Aware! Sometimes, people online might not be who they say they are. They might pretend to be a kid your age, or someone nice, but it could be someone trying to trick you.

Rule #4: Don't talk to strangers online. And this is a very important part of this rule: Never agree to meet someone in person you only know online! If you ever think about meeting someone, you MUST talk to a trusted adult first, and they must go with you. Your safety is the most important thing."

(Display Internet Safety Slides, Slide 8)

"Finally, let's talk about what to do if something feels wrong. Sometimes, you might see something online, or someone might say something, that makes you feel:

• Scared
• Sad
• Uncomfortable
• Confused

If you ever feel this way, it's not your fault, and it's okay to ask for help!

Rule #5: Tell a trusted adult immediately! Who do you think a trusted adult might be?

(Allow students to offer examples like a parent, teacher, guardian, aunt/uncle, etc.)

"Exactly! It could be a parent, a guardian, a teacher, or another adult you trust. They are there to help you, and it's always better to tell them if something makes you feel bad online."

Worksheet: Think Before You Click (10 minutes)

"Alright, we've covered a lot of important rules! Now it's your turn to practice. I'm going to hand out the Think Before You Click Worksheet.

This worksheet has a few questions to help you think about what we just learned. You can work on it by yourself, or you can work with a partner next to you. I'll be walking around to help if you have any questions."

(Distribute worksheets. Circulate and provide support as needed. After 7-8 minutes, call attention back to the front.)

"Okay, let's quickly review a couple of the answers. What was one thing you learned about protecting your personal information?

"And why is a strong password important?

"Great answers! You're really getting the hang of this."

Activity: Social Media Scenario Cards (10 minutes)

"Now, for our next activity, we're going to think about some real-life situations you might see on social media. I'm going to divide you into small groups, and each group will get some Social Media Scenario Cards Activity.

Your job is to read the scenario on the card and talk about what you would do. Remember the rules we just discussed: Keep personal info secret, use strong passwords, set privacy, be careful with strangers, and tell a trusted adult if something feels wrong.

Let's get into groups..."

(Divide students into small groups and distribute the scenario cards. Allow 5-7 minutes for discussion, then bring the class back together to share some scenarios and their group's responses.)

"Who would like to share one of their scenarios and what your group decided to do?

"Fantastic discussions, everyone! It's so important to think about these things before they happen, so you know how to react."

Wrap-Up & Assessment (5 minutes)

"We're almost at the end of our lesson on internet safety. You've all done an amazing job learning and sharing today.

To see what you've learned, I'm going to give you a very short Online Safety Quiz. This isn't a big test, just a quick way for me to see what stuck with you. Please do your best."

(Distribute the quiz. Give students about 2-3 minutes to complete it. Collect the quizzes.)

"For those who want to explore this more, I have a My Safe Social Media Plan Project Guide that you can work on later. It will help you create your own personal safety plan.

Finally, to finish up, I have one last thing called an Exit Ticket Cool Down. Please answer this quick question before you leave today."

(Distribute and collect the cool-down.)

"Thank you all for being such great listeners and participants today! Remember, stay safe, stay smart online!"

Think Before You Click: Online Safety Checklist

Name: ____________________________
Date: _____________________________

Instructions: Read each question carefully and write your answer in the space provided. Use what you learned in our lesson today!

Part 1: Your Personal Information

1. List three pieces of personal information that you should NOT share with strangers online.

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2. Why is it important to keep your personal information private when you are online?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Part 2: Smart Choices Online

3. Imagine you just made a new friend in an online game. They ask for your phone number to text you. What should you do? Explain your answer using one of our safety rules.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

4. Your friend asks for your social media password so they can log in and see your pictures. Is this a good idea? Why or why not?
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

5. You see a message online that makes you feel worried or scared. What is the very first thing you should do?
   
   
   
   
   

Part 3: Strong Passwords

6. Circle the strongest password from the options below:

   • a) cat123
   • b) MyPassword!
   • c) soccerfan
   • d) S@f3_0nlin3!

7. What makes the password you circled stronger than the others? List at least two reasons.
   
   
   
   
   
   
   
   

Social Media Scenario Cards: What Would You Do?

Instructions: Work with your group to read each scenario. Discuss what you would do or say in each situation to stay safe online. Be ready to share your answers with the class!

Scenario Card 1: New Friend Request

You get a friend request on a social media app from someone you don't know. Their profile picture looks cool, but you don't recognize them from school or anywhere else.

What should you do?

Scenario Card 2: Sharing Your Location

You're at a fun park with your family. You take a great photo and want to post it on social media. The app asks if you want to "tag your location" or "add where you are now."

Should you tag your location? Why or why not?

Scenario Card 3: A Strange Message

Someone you don't know sends you a message that says, "Hi! I know your name and where you go to school. Can you tell me your address so I can send you a gift?"

What should you do immediately?

Scenario Card 4: Password Trouble

Your best friend wants to log into your social media account to help you post a picture because their phone is dead. They ask for your password.

Should you give them your password? Why or why not?

Scenario Card 5: Feeling Uncomfortable

You are watching videos online, and suddenly a video pops up that makes you feel really scared and uncomfortable. It's not something you wanted to see.

What is the best thing to do?

Scenario Card 6: Online Game Request

You are playing your favorite online game and someone you've played with a few times asks if you want to move your chat to a private messaging app to talk more. You don't know them in real life.

Should you move to a private chat? Why or why not?

My Safe Social Media Plan Project Guide

Project Goal

Create your own personal plan to stay safe and smart when using the internet and social media apps. This plan will help you remember the important rules we learned today and make good choices online!

What You Will Do

You will create a poster, a short presentation, or a written report (you choose!) that includes the following important parts:

Part 1: My Personal Information Shield

• List at least 3 types of personal information that you should never share with strangers online (e.g., full name, address, phone number). Explain why each one needs to be kept private.

Part 2: Strong Passwords Are Key!

• Show an example of a strong password and explain why it is strong. What makes it good?
• Explain who you should never share your password with.

Part 3: My Privacy Power

• Explain what privacy settings are on social media apps.
• Tell us how you would set your privacy settings to keep your information safe (e.g., Friends Only, Private).

Part 4: Dealing with Online Strangers

• Explain why it can be dangerous to talk to strangers online.
• What is the rule about meeting someone in person that you only know from online?

Part 5: Help! Something Feels Wrong!

• Describe a situation where something online might make you feel uncomfortable or scared.
• Who is your trusted adult that you would tell if something felt wrong online?

How to Present Your Plan (Choose One!)

1. Poster: Draw pictures and write words on a poster board to show all parts of your plan.
2. Short Presentation (3-5 minutes): Talk to the class and explain your plan. You can use note cards to help you remember what to say.
3. Written Report: Write a report (at least 1-2 paragraphs for each part) explaining your safe social media plan.

Important Dates

• Start Date: [Date of Lesson]
• Due Date: [Teacher to fill in - e.g., 1 week from now]

Rubric (How You Will Be Graded)

(A rubric will be provided separately to help you understand how your project will be graded.)

Good luck! I can't wait to see your awesome safety plans!

Fact or Fiction Game: Internet Safety Edition!

Instructions: The teacher will read a statement. If you think it's a FACT (true), give a thumbs up. If you think it's FICTION (false), give a thumbs down. We will discuss each answer.

Statement 1

It's okay to share your full name, address, and school name on your public social media profile so new friends can find you.

Fact or Fiction?

Answer: FICTION!

Explanation: Sharing personal information like your full name, address, and school name on a public profile is very risky. Strangers could use this information to find you or pretend to be someone they're not. Always keep personal details private!

Statement 2

A strong password should be easy to remember, like "123456" or "password."

Fact or Fiction?

Answer: FICTION!

Explanation: "123456" and "password" are very weak passwords and are easy for others to guess. A strong password should be long and use a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols (like !, @, #). This makes it much harder for someone to hack into your accounts.

Statement 3

If you see something online that makes you feel scared, sad, or uncomfortable, you should keep it a secret.

Fact or Fiction?

Answer: FICTION!

Explanation: If anything online makes you feel bad, you should always tell a trusted adult immediately. This could be a parent, guardian, teacher, or another adult you trust. They can help you and make sure you are safe. It's never your fault, and it's important to speak up!

Statement 4

It's important to check your privacy settings on social media apps to control who can see your posts and pictures.

Fact or Fiction?

Answer: FACT!

Explanation: Privacy settings are your best friend online! They let you decide if your posts are seen by everyone (public) or just your friends (private). It's usually safest to keep your profiles private so only people you know and trust can see your information.

Statement 5

If someone online, who you only know from an app or game, asks you to meet them in person, it's okay to go by yourself if they seem nice.

Fact or Fiction?

Answer: FICTION!

Explanation: Never agree to meet someone in person that you only know from online, especially by yourself. People online can pretend to be someone they're not. If someone asks you to meet, tell a trusted adult immediately. If an adult says it's okay, they must go with you and know the person well.

Exit Ticket: My Safety Superpower

Name: ____________________________
Date: _____________________________

Instructions: Before you leave today, please answer the question below in your own words.

What is one important thing you learned today about staying safe online or using social media?

Online Safety Warm Up: Quick Check!

Name: ____________________________
Date: _____________________________

Instructions: Think about using the internet and social media. Answer the following questions with your honest thoughts.

1. What is one fun thing you like to do online or on a social media app?
   
   
   
   
   
   

2. What is one thing you already know about staying safe when you are online?
   
   
   
   
   
   

3. Imagine you are about to post a picture on social media. What is one thing you should think about before you hit "post"?
   
   
   
   
   
   

Social Media Scenario Cards: What Would You Do?

Instructions: Work with your group to read each scenario. Discuss what you would do or say in each situation to stay safe online. Be ready to share your answers with the class!

Scenario Card 1: New Friend Request

You get a friend request on a social media app from someone you don't know. Their profile picture looks cool, but you don't recognize them from school or anywhere else.

What should you do?

Scenario Card 2: Sharing Your Location

You're at a fun park with your family. You take a great photo and want to post it on social media. The app asks if you want to