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21 Fun Activities to Start the School Year

Posted on Tue, 07/25/2023 - 09:32 by Christine Elgersma

Create community, foster well-being, and set expectations as you go back to school!

Grades

K–12

Topics

Education, Classroom Management, Equity & Inclusion, Relationships & Communication, Social & Emotional Learning

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Beyond Gender Stereotypes

Posted on by Eisha Buch

Kids encounter all kinds of stereotypes in the media. But are kids always aware of what they're seeing? Help your students think critically about how gender stereotypes can affect the ways they view themselves and others.

Topics

Digital Footprint & Identity

Grades

5

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Digital Friendships

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Kids make friends everywhere they go -- including online. But are all of these friendships the same? How can kids start online friendships and also learn ways to stay safe? Help your students understand both the benefits and the risks of online-only friendships.

Topics

Relationships & Communication

Grades

5

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Is It Cyberbullying?

Posted on by Kelly Mendoza

Let's face it: Some online spaces can be full of negative, rude, or downright mean behavior. But what counts as cyberbullying? Help your students learn what is -- and what isn't -- cyberbullying, and give them the tools they'll need to combat the problem.

Topics

Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

Grades

5

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Reading News Online

Posted on by Kelly Mendoza

Kids find and read news in lots of different ways. But studies show they're not very good at interpreting what they see. How can we help them get better? Teaching your students about the structure of online news articles is an important place to start.

Topics

News & Media Literacy

Grades

5

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

My Media Choices

Posted on by Jeff Knutson

We all make choices every day about the media we consume and create. But do kids understand what makes a media choice healthy or not? Hint: It's about more than just screen time. Use the activities in this lesson to give kids a framework for making informed…

Topics

Media Balance & Well-Being

Grades

4

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Private and Personal Information

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

It's in our students' nature to share and connect with others. But sharing online comes with some risks. How can we help kids build strong, positive, and safe relationships online? Help your students learn the difference between what's personal and…

Topics

Privacy & Security

Grades

4

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Our Online Tracks

Posted on by Eisha Buch

Your digital footprint can affect your online reputation for a long time. But kids don't always realize that digital footprints aren't just a personal matter. Show your students how they can contribute to a positive digital reputation, both for themselves and…

Topics

Digital Footprint & Identity

Grades

4

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Keeping Games Fun and Friendly

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Social interaction is part of what makes online gaming so popular and engaging for kids. Of course, online communication can come with some risks. Show your students how to keep their gaming experiences fun, healthy, and positive.

Topics

Relationships & Communication

Grades

4

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Be a Super Digital Citizen

Posted on by Eisha Buch

Online tools are empowering for kids, and they also come with big responsibilities. But do kids always know what to do when they encounter cyberbullying? Show your students appropriate ways to take action and resolve conflicts, from being upstanders to helping…

Topics

Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech

Grades

4

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

A Creator's Rights and Responsibilities

Posted on by Kelly Mendoza

It's common for kids to use images they find online, for school projects or just for fun. But kids don't often understand which images are OK to use and which ones aren't. Help your students learn about the rights and responsibilities they have when it…

Topics

News & Media Literacy

Grades

4

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Your Rings of Responsibility

Posted on by Jeff Knutson

Teaching digital citizenship is all about helping kids think beyond themselves and recognize the ripple effects of their actions. Personal responsibility is important, but understanding their responsibilities to others can help kids unlock new ways to learn and…

Topics

Media Balance & Well-Being

Grades

3

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Password Power-Up

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Stronger, more secure online passwords are a good idea for everyone. But how can we help kids create better passwords and actually remember them? Use the tips in this lesson to help kids make passwords that are both secure and memorable.

Topics

Privacy & Security

Grades

3

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

This Is Me

Posted on by Jeff Knutson

From selfies to social media, many of us create unique online identities for ourselves, and our students are no different. But do kids always understand how others might perceive what they post? Help your students think critically about the online…

Topics

Digital Footprint & Identity

Grades

3

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP LESSON PLANS

Our Digital Citizenship Pledge

Posted on by Jamie Knowles

Belonging to various communities is important for kids' development. But some online communities can be healthier than others. Show your students how they can strengthen both online and in-person communities by creating norms that everyone pledges to uphold.

Topics

Relationships & Communication

Grades

3