We use digital media every day, from texting, streaming TV programmes and gaming, all the way to using voice assistants or ordering our food online. For today's children and young people, it's a lot more than just "screen time". So how can we help learners balance their online and offline lives? It starts with recognising just how much media we use.
Key Vocabulary: digital media · media balance · red flag feeling Show definitions
Key Standards Supported
Lesson Plan
Warm-Up: It's a Digital World
10 mins.Reflect: My Online and Offline Life
10 mins.Apply: Balance It Out
15 mins.Wrap-Up: Personal Challenge
15 mins.Additional Resources
What You'll Need
Classroom resources
Take-home resources
Unlock Resources
Set up your free account with Common Sense Education to access the full lesson plan.
Create account
Already a member? Sign in