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Lesson

Managing Device Distractions

How can I deal with device distractions and keep my focus?

Grade

K–5

Time

20 mins.

Objectives

  • Reflect on what it looks and feels like to stay focused on a task.
  • Define device distraction and recognize examples.
  • Learn strategies to manage device distractions at school.

Vocabulary

focus . device distraction
focus – concentrating your attention to listen to someone or to complete a task
device distraction – when you lose focus because of a device, such as a computer, iPad, or TV
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Healthy Habits Digital Citizenship & Literacy
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