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INTRODUCTORY SONG

Media Balance Is Important

DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP | GRADE K

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How do we find a �happy balance between our online and offline activities?

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Have you ever had the feeling �that you’ve spent too much time using �a device like a tablet or phone?

REFLECT

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KEY VOCABULARY

Device

An electronic piece of equipment like a phone, tablet, or laptop

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KEY VOCABULARY

Balance

Having equal weight or �importance of something

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WATCH

To watch this video on the Common Sense Education site, click here.

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PAIR-SHARE

Why should �you take a �break from �your device when a friend says "hi"?

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Why should you invite your friend to play when they are all alone?

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Why is it a �good idea to turn off your device before going to bed?

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Why should �you ask permission �before taking �someone’s phone?

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REFLECT HANDOUT

Pause & Think Moment

Draw a picture of what media balance looks like in your life.

Write about a time when you like to put your technology away!

and

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