Introduction….

Today, you are going to….

• learn about the keyboard
• learn about word processing
• learn how to open a document, save a document, and close a document
• use a word document to write about yourself

1.

Your teacher will explain to you the functions of all these keys…

2.

Make a Word document about yourself.

Below are some ideas…

• Write your Name and Surname.
• Write about your Family – their names, and how old your siblings are.
• Write about your Favourite things… (mention at least 10)
• Write about things that you do not like… (name 5)
• Write about the job you want to do one day: “One day, I want to be a …” 

• log on?
• open a document?
• save new work?
• log off?

3.

So, let’s start with the task!

Open the document that the teacher has prepared for you to use in this lesson. It is in the Y3 ICT – Mrs LI folder.

4.

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Today, you are going to….

• learn about healthy screen time habits
• consider how you use your time
• make a healthy schedule for yourself

1.

Discussion:

How much time do you spend on screens?

What do you do online?

2.

Complete the quiz below. It shows you various activities (e.g., playing outside, watching TV , etc.). You need to decide if it’s too much time spent, or balanced.

3.

Group Work: In small groups, make a “Healthy Screen Time Plan” with a balance of activities.

Here are some tips, showing Key Points to Maintain Balance!

• Outdoor/Physical Play: At least 1-2 hours of physical activity each day is important for health and well-being.
• Screen Time: Limit recreational screen time to about 1-2 hours per day, and use the rest of the time for non-screen activities.
• Socializing: Encourage face-to-face time with family and friends.
• Offline Creativity: Arts, crafts, and other hands-on activities help foster creativity and are important for development.

[This schedule balances the time kids spend using devices with time for physical activity, family interaction, and creative pursuits. It’s designed to keep children active, engaged, and happy while ensuring they have healthy boundaries for screen time.]

Steps to Create a “Healthy Screen Time Plan”

1. Discuss the Importance of Balance
   Start by talking to the students about the importance of balancing screen time with other activities, like playing outside, reading, and spending time with family. Reinforce that too much screen time can affect their health, while a good balance helps them feel happy and healthy.
2. Brainstorm Different Types of Activities
   Ask students to brainstorm different types of activities they enjoy doing (both online and offline). For example:
   • Offline activities: playing sports, drawing, reading, playing board games, spending time with family, etc.
   • Online activities: playing games, watching videos, chatting with friends, educational apps, etc.
3. Set Screen Time Limits
   Help students set a time limit for how much screen time they think is reasonable each day. Based on their age, aim for about 1-2 hours of recreational screen time per day.

Example discussion question: “How much screen time do you think is healthy for you each day? Would you prefer 30 minutes, 1 hour, or 2 hours for fun activities on the screen?”

Write the Plan
Have students write down their plan in a simple format. You could provide a worksheet with times of the day, and they can fill in their activities (both online and offline). They can also use pictures or symbols to make it easier for them to understand and remember.

4.

Create Your Own Schedule

Guide students to fill in their schedule with a balance of screen time and other activities. Here’s how they can use the example to make their own plan:

Morning: They can decide when to wake up and do something healthy, like a short workout or breakfast. This time is also good for offline activities like reading or chatting with family.

Mid-Morning: Set aside time for homework or learning activities that don’t involve screens, followed by screen time (e.g., watching an educational video or playing a fun game).

Afternoon: Include time for creative offline activities (e.g., drawing, building something with blocks), followed by outdoor play or screen-free time.

Late Afternoon/Evening: Schedule family time or quiet activities like reading a book. Then, decide if they want a short time for a movie or playing a game on a device.

Wind Down: End the day with some relaxing offline time, like a story, drawing, or chatting with family.

Personalize the Plan
Students should make choices based on their interests and schedule. Encourage them to think about what they want their day to look like, and let them decide what works best for them.

Questions for reflection:

“What activities do you enjoy doing the most? How can you balance those with your screen time?”

“What can you do during your screen time to make it fun and educational?”

5.

Key Points to Maintain Balance:

• Outdoor/Physical Play: At least 1-2 hours of physical activity each day is important for health and well-being.
• Screen Time: Limit recreational screen time to about 1-2 hours per day, and use the rest of the time for non-screen activities.
• Socializing: Encourage face-to-face time with family and friends.
• Offline Creativity: Arts, crafts, and other hands-on activities help foster creativity and are important for development.

[This schedule balances the time kids spend using devices with time for physical activity, family interaction, and creative pursuits. It’s designed to keep children active, engaged, and happy while ensuring they have healthy boundaries for screen time.]

6.

Set a “Screen-Free Challenge” for one evening and report back!

7.

Create a personal screen-time goal!

8.

Share one way one can balance screen time.

9.

Here are some awesome internet safety games that not only entertain but will also teach you essential online skills.

As you navigate through a virtual city, you will get pop-up questions at different points. By answering these questions, you do in an interactive quiz that helps you to learn essential internet safety skills.

Band Runner blends fast-paced action with important safety lessons. You play as characters Alfie and Ellie. They run from potential dangers. You will help them recognize online predators and make quick, safe decisions. 

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Today, you are going to….

• understand what cyberbullying is
• know how to respond to cyberbullying
• understand the seriousness of cyberbullying
• look at steps one can take to protect yourself from cyberbullies

1.

Cyber Security for kids. (4:09 minutes long)

2.

Have you ever heard of cyberbullying? What does it mean?

3.

What’s Cyberbullying? (1:44 minutes long)

4.

We will now read a few short stories about cyberbullying.

Story 1:

5.

Discussion Points:

This story helps us to understand what cyberbullying looks like, the impact it has, and how to respond appropriately.

Discussion Points for “Jake and the Cyberbully”

1. How did Jake feel when he was being bullied online?
   • Guide students to express how Jake might have felt: sad, frustrated, confused, and hurt.
   • Help them understand that cyberbullying can cause feelings of loneliness.
2. What did Jake do when he first saw the mean messages?
   • Discuss the importance of ignoring bullies and not responding to their hurtful messages.
   • Explore why Jake felt he couldn’t ignore the bullying at first.
3. How did Jake’s friend Leo help him?
   • Leo encouraged Jake to talk to a trusted adult and report the bully. Discuss how friends can help each other when they’re going through tough situations.
4. What would you do if someone was bullying you online?
   • Discuss what actions students should take: don’t respond to the bully, tell an adult, and report the bully.
5. Why is it important to talk to an adult when you experience cyberbullying?
   • Reinforce that adults can help solve problems and protect kids from cyberbullying.
6. Do you think it’s okay to be mean to others online, even if you don’t see them in person? Why or why not?

Encourage students to think about empathy and treating others with kindness online, just like they would in real life.

6.

• It’s important to treat others kindly online.
• If you experience cyberbullying, tell a trusted adult.
• Don’t engage with bullies or respond to mean comments. Instead, report it.

7.

Let’s read another story about cyberbullying.

Story 2:

8.

Discussion Points:

This story highlights a more severe instance of cyberbullying, with a focus on how it can impact a child’s emotions and self-worth. It also emphasizes the importance of talking to trusted adults, reporting the behavior, and recognizing that the bully’s words do not define the victim.

Discussion Points for “Sarah and the Hurtful Messages”

1. How did Sarah feel when she started receiving mean messages from the stranger?
   • Guide students to identify feelings like sadness, hurt, and confusion. Encourage empathy by asking how they would feel if something like that happened to them.
2. What made Sarah stop wanting to share her videos or create new ones?
   • Discuss how cyberbullying can make people feel like giving up on things they enjoy. Reinforce the idea that bullies want to make others feel bad, but their words don’t reflect the truth.
3. How did Mia help Sarah when she found out about the bullying?
   • Discuss how friends can support each other in tough situations, and why it’s important to tell someone you trust when you’re being hurt online.
4. What advice would you give Sarah if she were a friend of yours?
   • Have students share ideas of how they would comfort and encourage Sarah, such as reminding her of her talents, supporting her decision to report the bully, and helping her feel better.
5. How did Sarah’s mom help her?
   • Emphasize the importance of involving a trusted adult to stop bullying. Discuss how parents and teachers can help solve problems and keep children safe online.
6. Why is it important to tell an adult and report a bully?
   • Discuss how reporting helps protect the person being bullied and prevent the bully from hurting others.
7. What would you do if you saw someone else being bullied online?
   • Encourage students to stand up for others who are being bullied by telling an adult or offering kind words of support.

9.

• Cyberbullying can be really hurtful, but it’s never your fault.
• Always talk to a trusted adult when someone is being mean to you online.
• Don’t listen to bullies—what they say is not true. You are valuable and worthy of kindness.
• It’s important to report cyberbullying so it doesn’t happen to you or others.

10.

General Discussion Points for Both Stories…

These discussion points help students understand the seriousness of cyberbullying while also teaching them the steps they can take to protect themselves and others. 😊

1. What is Cyberbullying?
   • Help students define what cyberbullying is: using technology to be mean, hurtful, or threatening to others.
2. How Can Cyberbullying Affect People?
   • Discuss the emotional impact of cyberbullying: it can make people feel sad, angry, or even scared.
3. Why Should We Always Be Kind Online?
   • Reinforce the importance of kindness in the digital world, just like in person. Teach students to treat others how they would like to be treated.
4. What Should You Do If You Are Cyberbullied?
   • Have students share steps they would take if they were cyberbullied: stay calm, don’t reply to the bully, tell a trusted adult, and report the bully.
5. What Should You Do If You See Someone Else Being Bullied?
   • Discuss the importance of standing up for others and helping them feel safe by reporting the situation to an adult.

11.

Safer Kids Online | Hey PUG! – Cyberbullying. (2:16 minutes long)

Is it Cyberbullying? (3:11 minutes long)

Protect Yourself Rules – Cyber Bullying. (3:08 minutes long)

Cyberbullying – How to Avoid Cyber Abuse. (3:00 minutes long)

12.

And now for a bit of role- play! You are going to role-play different scenarios, to practice (1) how to respond to a cyberbully, (2) how to report the behaviour, and (3) to seek help from an adult.

[Students act out different scenarios (e.g., receiving a mean message, seeing someone get bullied) and discuss what to do. These scenarios allow students to practice how they would respond to common cyberbullying situations. Encourage them to role-play different responses and discuss why those actions are helpful. You can also include follow-up questions to reflect on the feelings of the victim and the best ways to support them. Below are five role-play scenarios on cyberbullying, designed to help students practice different responses and discuss what to do when they encounter cyberbullying.]

13.

Finally, together, let’s make a class pledge to “Be Kind Online” .

Sign this pledge as a reminder of your commitment to kindness online. We can also display it in the classroom as a visual reference!

14.

Here are some awesome internet safety games that not only entertain but will also teach you essential online skills.

As you navigate through a virtual city, you will get pop-up questions at different points. By answering these questions, you do in an interactive quiz that helps you to learn essential internet safety skills.

Band Runner blends fast-paced action with important safety lessons. You play as characters Alfie and Ellie. They run from potential dangers. You will help them recognize online predators and make quick, safe decisions. 

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Today, you are going to….

• rate some websites
• enter rating data on a spreadsheet

1.

Carefully examine the websites allocated to you on the following document:

2.

Use these four categories to judge each of the websites:

1. visual appeal

2. usability

3. content quality

4. functionality

3.

You’re going to record some data in a
spreadsheet.

On Google Sheets, give a rating for each of the websites in your group.

(You need to give each category a mark out of 10.)

4.

This is what you will be looking for in each category:

1. Visual appeal: look at design & aesthetics, layout, color scheme, and consistency.

2. Usability: look at navigation, ease of use, structure, menu clarity, and accessibility.

3. Content Quality: look at clarity, relevance, accuracy, grammar, and how engaging the text or media is.

4. Functionality: look at all links, features, buttons, and see if everything works as intended.

5.

Use these headings for the columns in Google Sheets:

(Copy the column headings as shown on your worksheet.)

A website name

B visual appeal

C usability

D content quality

E functionality

F total

G link to website

6.

Key vocabulary

Data, collecting, table, structure, spreadsheet

7.

So, in Google Sheets, give a rating for each of the websites in your group. (See above worksheet.)

Sign into your Google account.

Click on this icon to sign into the account:

Open Google Sheets.

Click on BLANK SPREADSHEET.

Give the document a name:

“Rating Websites”.

Create the document.

Sign out of your Google account.

This is VERY important, because everybody can log into the computers in the ICT room with the primary password!!!

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Today, you are going to….

• learn how to recognize safe websites
• examine unsafe websites
• make a “Safe Browsing” poster

1.

Child Focus ‘E-safety’. (1:52 minutes long)

2.

Let’s talk about what makes a website look safe.

3.

Which of these websites do you trust?

Website 1

Website 2

Website 3

4.

We will now consider what makes a website safe:

Things That Make a Website Safe:

The Website Starts with “https”

Look for “https://” at the beginning of the website address. It means the website is safe and keeps your information protected.

It Has a Privacy Policy

Safe websites tell you how they keep your information private and safe. They explain what they do with your information.

Parental Controls

Safe websites let parents check and control what kids can see and do on the website.

It’s from a Trusted Source

The website comes from a company, school, or group you know and trust, like your school website or a well-known store.

No Annoying Pop-Up Ads

Safe websites don’t have annoying pop-up ads that could take you to a bad website.

Clear Contact Information

The website shows where you can contact the people who run the website if you have questions or problems.

Strong Passwords

If you need to make an account, the website asks you to make a strong password with letters, numbers, and symbols to keep your account safe.

5.

We will now consider what makes a website unsafe:

Things That Make a Website Unsafe:

1. No “https” in the Website Address
   If the website doesn’t start with “https://,” it might not be safe to use.
2. No Privacy Policy
   Unsafe websites don’t tell you how they protect your personal information.
3. Pop-Up Ads or Weird Links
   Unsafe websites show pop-up ads or strange links that might trick you into clicking something bad.
4. Asking for Too Much Personal Info
   If the website asks for your address, phone number, or other private information that doesn’t seem needed, it might not be safe.
5. No Way to Contact Them
   If the website doesn’t have a way to contact someone for help or questions, it might be unsafe.
6. Spelled Wrong or Strange Name
   If the website has a funny name or weird spelling, it could be a trick to get you to a fake website.
7. Confusing or Fake Information
   If the website has confusing information or promises things that seem too good to be true, it’s best to stay away.

6.

Let’s look at ways in which websites are unsafe…

This is a fake login page that mimics a real service like Google or PayPal.

How does phishing work?

Phishing is a technique used by cybercriminals to trick people into giving up personal information such as credit card details and login details. It can come in many forms, including telephone phishing, smishing (SMS phishing), phishing emails, and phishing websites.

This is a flashing pop-up claiming “Your computer is infected! Click here to scan now!”

Some scare-war sites ask you to “contact a Helpline”. When you call the number, you would be asked to allow the technician to take remote control of your computer.

Does Your Computer Have A VIRUS? (5:46 minutes long)

This is a website that looks like amaz0n.com instead of amazon.com, showing ads or malware downloads.

Typo-squatting, is a form of URL hijacking, where criminals register domain names that are slightly misspelled versions of legitimate websites. They do this to trick users into thinking that they use the real website.

This is a page that locks the browser and displays a fake Microsoft or Apple warning with a phone number to call.

This is a a download page for popular software that includes multiple misleading “Download” buttons.

7.

Do you remember these online safety tips?

8.

Can you identify which websites may be unsafe to use and which are probably safe?

9.

10.

Create a “Safe Browsing” poster for the classroom.

You will need the following materials: glue scissors, pen, poster title, poster images, and the “key safety tips” sheet.

11.

Here are some awesome internet safety games that not only entertain but will also teach you essential online skills.

As you navigate through a virtual city, you will get pop-up questions at different points. By answering these questions, you do in an interactive quiz that helps you to learn essential internet safety skills.

Band Runner blends fast-paced action with important safety lessons. You play as characters Alfie and Ellie. They run from potential dangers. You will help them recognize online predators and make quick, safe decisions. 

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Today, you are going to….

• learn what exactly is meant by personal information
• consider online scenarios where people ask you for information
• see how to create strong passwords
• test the strength of passwords

1.

What does “personal information” mean?

Here are some examples of “personal information”:

2.

Complete the following Quizzes. You need to sort the different pieces of information into “Safe to Share” and “Not Safe to Share.”

3.

In pairs, you are going to practice responding to an online situation where someone asks for personal info… (Each pair will get a role play card.)

4.

Now, let’s talk about the importance of strong passwords…

Weak passwords are easy to guess and unsafe!

1. 123456 (Common and predictable)
2. password (One of the most commonly used passwords)
3. qwerty (Straight from the keyboard layout)
4. john2008 (Includes a name and birth year, which is easy to guess)
5. letmein (A simple phrase that hackers often try)

Strong passwords are difficult to guess and more secure!

1. G8f$3mLp@Xz (Random mix of letters, numbers, and symbols)
2. R@!nB0w_C@t99 (Uses a mix of uppercase, lowercase, symbols, and numbers)
3. Zebra4!Pine#Tree (A combination of three unrelated words with symbols)
4. Yt@#79LpQv! (Completely random mix of characters)
5. S!llyB@nana_34 (Uses a mix of words and symbols but is still unique)

5.

So…

✅ Is at least 12 characters long
✅ Uses uppercase and lowercase letters
✅ Includes numbers and symbols
✅ Does not contain personal information
✅ Isn’t a common word or phrase

6.

Before the next activity, look ate these tips for creating a strong password.

• Use at least 12 characters
• Mix uppercase, lowercase, numbers, and symbols
• Avoid using your name, birthday, or common words
• Use a passphrase (e.g., “Blue$ky!Jumps#Fast”)
• Never share your password with others

7.

Now, let’s see if you can create a strong password, following this strategy!

(Write the password on the worksheet provided.)

Swap the worksheet with a partner and check if the password follows all the strong password rules.

(This is just an exercise – you will not actually use these passwords online).

Can you come up with a fun but strong password you could actually use in the future?

(Just think about it – do not share this with the class!!!)

8.

• What was easy or difficult about making a strong password?
• How will you remember your password without writing it down in a place where someone can see it?
• Why is it important not to share your password with anyone except a trusted adult?

9.

Complete the rest of the worksheet.

First, you need to test the strength of the password that you created, using the password checker below.

Then also test the strengths of the rest of the passwords on the worksheet.

Use this password checker. Click on GO to check if the passwords are strong or not…

10.

Here are some awesome internet safety games that not only entertain but will also teach you essential online skills.

As you navigate through a virtual city, you will get pop-up questions at different points. By answering these questions, you do in an interactive quiz that helps you to learn essential internet safety skills.

Band Runner blends fast-paced action with important safety lessons. You play as characters Alfie and Ellie. They run from potential dangers. You will help them recognize online predators and make quick, safe decisions. 

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Today, you are going to….

• learn how to stay safe online
• decide what is safe to do online and what is not safe
• make a cyber safety pledge

1.

Internet Safety Tips for Kids. (2:08 minutes long)

2.

What do you know about using the internet?

3.

This video teaches children about the importance of online privacy and offers tips on staying safe while using the internet.

Online Privacy for Kids – Internet Safety and Security for Kids. (3:18 minutes long)

Aimed at young students, this presentation covers essential internet safety topics in an age-appropriate manner.

Second and Third Grade Internet Safety. (7:33 minutes long)

This video provides practical advice for children on how to navigate the internet safely, including handling uncomfortable situations online.

Being Safe on the Internet. (2:58 minutes long)

4.

Let’s read a short story about a child who encounters a cyber safety issue:

5.

Complete the worksheet about the story.

6.

Say if the following are “safe” or “unsafe”?

7.

Now, let’s see what you have learnt. Also sign our Cyber Safety Pledge, so that you will always remember to stay safe online!

8.

Here are some awesome internet safety games that not only entertain but will also teach you essential online skills.

As you navigate through a virtual city, you will get pop-up questions at different points. By answering these questions, you do in an interactive quiz that helps you to learn essential internet safety skills.

Band Runner blends fast-paced action with important safety lessons. You play as characters Alfie and Ellie. They run from potential dangers. You will help them recognize online predators and make quick, safe decisions. 

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