How to search online
I can describe how to search the Internet safely and effectively.
How to search online
I can describe how to search the Internet safely and effectively.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- We can type things into search bars to find information online.
- What we type is very important.
- We need to spell words correctly to find the things we want.
- If we see something that makes us upset, unsure or worried, we should ask a trusted adult for help.
Keywords
Internet - a network connecting digital devices across the world
Online - using the Internet
World Wide Web - the websites on the Internet
Information - words and pictures that we can use to understand something
Search bar - the box where you type in something you want to find online
Common misconception
The Internet understands what we are thinking.
Because the Internet is increasingly intuitive and often autocompletes and autocorrects our searches, it can be easy to assume that it understands us as people. However, we must be specific when typing search queries.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Starter quiz
4 Questions
using the Internet
a network connecting digital devices across the world
thinking about something bad or upsetting
Exit quiz
5 Questions
the websites on the Internet
words and pictures that we can use to understanding something
the box where you type in something you want to find online