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Samaritans on the Digital Road

Engaging Responsibly in the Digital World

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Learning Goals

I can think critically about who I engage with on the internet.
I can think through difficult situations.
I know that young voices matter.
I can identify opportunities to engage digitally.

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Prayer

Dear God,

Show us how to use our screens for good, like learning new things, playing games with friends, and talking to family far away.

Give us the wisdom to know what to share and what to keep private. Remind us to be kind to others online, just like the Good Samaritan who helped the stranger..

May we be good digital citizens, using our screens responsibly and spreading kindness everywhere we go.

Thank you Jesus,

Amen.

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Think Critically

Imagine the internet is like a giant playground! There are so many fun things to do there! But just like on a real playground, sometimes you might meet someone you don't know very well…

Read this metaphor outloud.

Imagine the internet is like a giant playground! There are so many fun things to do there, like playing games, and even making new friends. But just like on a real playground, sometimes you might meet someone you don't know very well. Here's how to be a super safe player online:

Think before you click! Not everyone online is who they say they are. Just like some people might wear costumes on Halloween, some people might pretend to be someone else online.
Ask a grown-up! If you're talking to someone new online, it's always a good idea to check with a grown-up you trust, like a parent or teacher. They can help you decide if it's okay to chat with them.
Just like a friend wouldn't share their secret hiding spot with everyone, don't share your personal information online. This includes things like your address, phone number, or school name.
Remember, online friends are still friends, but they might be different! Be kind and respectful online, just like you would be to your friends at school.

By following these tips, you'll be a super safe and responsible player on the giant internet playground!

Image Source: https://www.playlsi.com/en/playground-planning-tools/resources/school-playgrounds/

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Young Voices Matter!

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Opportunities to Engage

Grade 2 is a great age to start exploring the digital world in a safe and educational way. Here are some opportunities to engage online:

Interactive Learning Games
Collaborative Projects
Virtual Field Trips
Digital Storytelling
Coding for Kids
Educational Videos
Digital Art and Music
Online Reading Resources
Safe Social Interaction

Grade 2 is a great age to start exploring the digital world in a safe and educational way. Here are some ideas for engaging activities at school and home:

Interactive Learning Games: Many websites and educational apps offer curriculum-aligned games that make learning fun. These games can cover topics like math, reading, science, and social studies. Look for games with bright colors, simple controls, and positive reinforcement.

Collaborative Projects: Teachers can use online tools like shared documents or presentation software to allow students to work together on projects. This fosters teamwork, communication skills, and digital literacy.
Virtual Field Trips: Explore museums, historical sites, or even the ocean floor with virtual tours! Many educational institutions offer online experiences that bring learning to life.
Digital Storytelling: With kid-friendly apps and websites, students can create their own stories using pictures, audio recordings, or even simple animation tools. This promotes creativity and digital storytelling skills.
Coding for Kids: Introduce basic coding concepts with fun and interactive platforms designed for young learners. They can create simple animations, games, or even control robots with basic coding commands.
Educational Videos: Look for age-appropriate educational channels on platforms like YouTube Kids. These can cover a wide range of topics and spark curiosity in different subjects.
Digital Art and Music: Many apps allow kids to create digital artwork, compose short musical pieces, or even learn about famous artists and composers. These activities encourage creativity and self-expression.
Online Reading Resources: Many libraries offer access to ebooks and audiobooks online. This allows kids to explore a wider variety of books and practice reading skills at their own pace.
Safe Social Interaction: Platforms designed for kids can allow them to connect with friends and family virtually in a safe and monitored environment.

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My Own SuperHero

Listen to this song. Here are the lyrics if you want to sing along. How are the lyrics in this song helpful when thinking about being an engaged, a good samaritan online?

The Good Samaritan: Taking Responsibility: The superhero in the song is someone who takes responsibility for themselves and their actions. This aligns with the Good Samaritan's choice to help the injured traveler, even though they weren't obligated to do so. Inner Strength: The lyrics talk about finding power and courage within oneself. The Good Samaritan demonstrates this by showing compassion and courage in the face of a situation where others might have walked by.

Online Engagement and Responsibility: Being a Light in the Dark: The song talks about being a light in the dark. Online, this can connect to being a positive influence and spreading kindness. Helping Others: The lyrics mention reaching out to someone if they start to drift apart. Online, this can mean standing up against cyberbullying or helping someone who is feeling isolated. Shared Superpowers: The song emphasizes that real superpowers are meant to be shared. Online, this translates to using technology for good and working together to create a positive online community.

Here are some specific lines that connect to these ideas:

"That's when I just gotta believe There's power and courage in me" (Finding inner strength)
"Then I'll be a light in the dark. I'll do the right thing when it's hard." (Being a positive influence online)
"Cause real superpowers are meant to be shared. We're brighter together and stronger than ever." (Using technology for good and working together)

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Show What You Know

As a class create a procedural text on how to be an engaged digital citizen!

Need some ideas? Click here and ask Gemini to help. Remember the better your questions and prompts, the better your answer.

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Call to Action

Can you spread awareness about positive causes!?

Does your school participate in the “Terry Fox Foundation” School Run?

Create a digital poster to spread awareness about it! Here the basic Canva running templates, and here is a Terry Fox template.