Kindergarten Staying Safe Online

The power of the internet allows students to experience and visit places they might not be able to see in person. But, just like traveling in the real world, it's important to be safe when traveling online. On this virtual field trip, kids can practice staying safe on online adventures and learn how to keep their personal information private.

Demonstrate age-appropriate methods for keeping personal information private.

Ask: What do you need to do to stay safe when you visit new places?

Answers will vary, but reinforce the following safety rules:

• Always go places with an adult.

• Don't wander off on your own.

• Talk only with people you know.

Say: Today we're going to talk about how visiting places on the internet is a lot like visiting places in real life. Just like there are rules to keep safe when you visit new places in the world, there are ways to keep yourself safe online. Being online means using a computer, phone, or tablet to visit a website or app.

Show the My Online Neighborhood video (3:16 minutes).

What did Arms like about the internet?

Sample responses:

• You can visit cool places.

• You can talk to family and friends.

• You can learn new things.

• You can play fun games.

What kinds of things can he do online?

Sample responses:

• He visited an online zoo.

• He visited Kenya.

• He talked to his grandma.

• He draws and creates new things, and shares with friends.

What three rules does Arms follow when going places online?

Sample responses:

• Always ask your parents first.

• Only talk to people you know.

• Stick to places that are just right for you.

Use this Power Point as you lead this discussion with students

What type of information about you is OK to share?

Sample responses:

• It is OK to share personal information. Personal information includes things like: what you like to do, your favorite movie, ideas that you have, or even pictures of your pet.
  

Sample responses:

• It is not OK to share private information. Private information includes things that identify you, such as your full name, home address, phone number, school, or date of birth.

Why shouldn't you share private information?

Sample responses:

• You should not share private information because someone could use it to identify you individually. They could try to contact you, or use the information to impersonate you.

DRAW:

What is an example of something that is OK to share online?

Choose a website to explore as a class. If you're not sure of a good one to explore, try one of the following:

• The San Diego Zoo

• National Geographic Kids Explore the World

online:
using a computer, phone, or tablet to visit a website or app

website or app:
a place you can visit on the internet

personal information:
information about you that cannot be used to identify you because it is also true for many other people (e.g. your hair color or the city you live in)

private information:
information about you that can be used to identify you because it is unique to you (e.g. your full name or your address)

Safety in My Online Neighborhood Full Lesson

4th Grade Private and Personal Information