Protecting Your Devices&digital world

In this class, students learn how to take care of the devices they use every day—tablets, computers, phones, and game consoles—so they stay safe, secure, and working properly. Kids explore why device protection matters, how viruses and harmful software can sneak in, and what habits keep devices healthy. Through examples and simple activities, students discover practical ways to protect their digital world, from keeping apps updated to avoiding suspicious downloads and securing their Wi-Fi use with adult guidance.

"Understand why protecting devices is important Learn what can harm a device (viruses, bad downloads, unsafe websites) Recognize safe vs. unsafe actions when using tablets/computers Discover good habits: updates, strong passwords, adult supervision Understand why apps and systems need updates Learn to avoid suspicious pop-ups, fake ads, and “free download” traps Know what to do if a device acts strange or something pops up unexpectedly"

"Devices need protection: Just like helmets protect heads, updates protect devices Avoid unknown downloads: Free items, strange ads, and pop-ups can be dangerous Updates matter: They fix problems and keep devices safe Healthy habits: Lock screens, ask before installing anything, stay on trusted sites If something looks wrong: Stop, close the page, and tell an adult immediately Your digital world is your space: Keep it clean, safe, and protected"

Staying Safe in Games, Chats & Social Apps

In this class, students learn how to stay safe while playing online games, chatting with others, and using kid-friendly social apps. They discover how online interactions work, what safe communication looks like, and how to spot unsafe behavior such as strangers asking questions, rude messages, or links that don’t belong. Students practice what to do in different online situations, building confidence and responsible digital habits that protect them in virtual spaces.

"Understand how chatting and messaging works inside games and apps Learn the difference between friends you know and online strangers Recognize unsafe behaviors (asking for personal info, bullying, strange links) Practice safe responses: block, report, ignore, tell an adult Understand why they should never share personal info in chats Learn what to do when something makes them uncomfortable Build digital citizenship skills: kindness, respect, and good choices"

"Not everyone online is who they say they are Never share personal info in games or chats If someone is rude or asks questions, block and tell an adult Links in chats can be dangerous — don’t click them Safe communication = kind, respectful, appropriate messages You are in control: You can block, mute, leave the chat, or report Always tell an adult if anything feels wrong or confusing"

identities and passwords. Good security hygine

In this class, students learn why online identities and passwords are important and how they protect us on the internet. Kids explore what personal information should stay private, what makes a password strong, and how to develop healthy digital habits. Through examples, stories, and hands-on activities, students learn how to create strong passwords, keep them secret, and understand what to do if something feels wrong online. This class builds foundational skills for safe digital citizenship.

"Understand what an online identity is Know what personal information should never be shared Learn what a password is and why it protects accounts Understand what makes a strong password vs. a weak one Practice creating kid-friendly strong passwords Learn good security hygiene habits (logging out, not sharing devices, not reusing passwords) Know when and how to ask an adult for help"

"Your identity is private: Some information must stay safe Passwords protect you: They keep your accounts and devices secure Strong passwords: Long, mixed, and hard to guess Never share passwords: Except with a trusted adult (parent/guardian) Good habits: Log out, don’t reuse passwords, keep devices safe Ask for help: Tell an adult if something feels wrong or someone asks for personal info"

Safe Internet Browsing

In this class, students learn how to explore the internet safely and responsibly. Kids discover what the internet is, how information moves online, and how to recognize safe vs. unsafe websites. Through stories, examples, and interactive activities, students learn how to protect themselves by avoiding suspicious links, pop-ups, and strangers online. This lesson creates the foundation for good digital habits and safe online behavior

"Understand what the internet is and how we use it Learn the difference between safe and unsafe websites Recognize warning signs such as pop-ups, ads, strange links, and scams Practice what to do if they encounter something uncomfortable or confusing Understand why online safety rules exist Build responsible habits for browsing websites and watching online content Know when to ask an adult for help"

"Think before you click: Not everything online is safe Good websites: Look normal, familiar, and don’t ask for personal info Bad websites: Strange links, scary pop-ups, “You won a prize!” messages No sharing: Never give personal information without an adult Tell someone: Ask a parent or teacher if something feels wrong Safe habits: Stay on trusted websites and follow rules"