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Screen Time in School: Finding the Right Balance

Kids are on screens more than ever. How can we include media and tech with well-being in mind?

Posted on October 2, 2025 by Paul Barnwell

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Pre-K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Viral Online Challenges

Everything you need to know about TikTok and YouTube challenges that start online and leak into the classroom.

Posted on September 12, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

3–12

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Decrease Digital Distraction and Elevate Attention Spans

Beyond cellphone bans, use these tips to increase students' ability to pay attention in class.

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Copyright, Creative Commons, and Fair Use in the Classroom

Learn the law, find free resources, and teach the rules to students.

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Paul Barnwell

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Talking with Students About Shocking or Disturbing News

Age-based tips and lessons to help students process upsetting events.

Posted on September 10, 2025 by Jeff Knutson

Grades

Pre-K–12

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New Digital Literacy & Well-Being Lessons: Human Skills for Digital Citizenship

Here's why we created a whole new curriculum.

Posted on September 8, 2025 by Eisha Buch

Grades

K–12

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When Families Ask About Healthy Digital Habits and Quality Content

Share these age-based tips in your communications with parents and caregivers.

Posted on September 3, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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30 Great Lesson Plans for Internet Safety

Help kids practice smart internet habits and stay safe online.

Posted on August 26, 2025 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Cyberbullying Prevention

What is cyberbullying? How common is it? And what can teachers do about it? Get advice and resources to support your students.

Posted on August 21, 2025 by Erin Wilkey Oh

Grades

K–12

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Offline Digital Citizenship: Soft Skills to Support Strong Online Habits

Help students build the off-screen skills they need for their online lives.

Posted on August 11, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Google Classroom

What is Google Classroom? And how are teachers using it? Learn more about it and how to use it with your students.

Posted on August 6, 2025 by Kate McGinnis

Grades

Pre-K–12

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Teachers' Essential Guide to Seesaw

What is Seesaw? And how are teachers using it? Learn more about this popular platform and how to use it with students.

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Paul Barnwell

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When Families Ask About Activities to Boost Digital Literacy & Well-Being

Pass these digital citizenship activities along to families or use them in your classroom.

Posted on June 30, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

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Movies Based on Books with Reviews and Resources

Go beyond compare and contrast with these films, books, and prompts.

Posted on June 10, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

2–12

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3 Core Human Skills to Build Before AI Use

Prevent shortcuts that could lessen learning by accounting for AI in your instructional approach.

Posted on May 30, 2025 by Christine Elgersma

Grades

3–12