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What to do if we see lies online
I can explain what to do if someone is lying online.
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Year 2
What to do if we see lies online
I can explain what to do if someone is lying online.
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Key learning points
- Online lies can be upsetting and can make us worried.
- It’s important to always tell the truth online because lying online can have a big impact.
- If we are upset or worried by lies online, we should ask a trusted adult for help.
Keywords
Truth - something that is real
Lie - something that is not true
Worried - thinking about something bad or upsetting
Common misconception
It’s ok to lie online if it seems harmless or makes us look better.
It’s important to help pupils understand that honesty online is just as important as honesty in real life, and even 'harmless' lies can have big effects.
Show pupils examples of appropriate social media posts to demonstrate where to find the report and block buttons.
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Starter quiz
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4 Questions
Q1.
Match the word to the correct definition.
a network connecting digital devices across the world
using the internet
why something has happened
not real
Q2.
Not everyone tells the online.
Q3.
How might we be tricked online?
using apps our trusted adults have agreed on
using trusted websites
Q4.
It can be difficult to identify fake information online. True or false?
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5 Questions
Q1.
How might we feel if we see someone lying online?
excited
happy
Q2.
It is important to tell the online.
Q3.
What should we do if someone is lying online?
show your younger brother
stay online
Q4.
Is it ever ok to tell small, harmless lies online? Yes or no?
Q5.
What bad things might happen if someone lies about doing something scary or dangerous online?
they will look cool and impress others
they will make other people laugh