People on the internet
I can explain why it is important to be respectful and know what to do if I see someone being unkind online.
People on the internet
I can explain why it is important to be respectful and know what to do if I see someone being unkind online.
These resources will be removed by end of Summer Term 2025.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Anyone in the world could go online.
- Being kind online is just as important as being kind offline.
- Inappropriate behaviour and comments can hurt our feelings.
- We should be respectful and kind.
- If someone is not being kind, we should stop talking to them and tell a trusted adult.
Keywords
Post - in this context, to put something online, such as a video, image or text
Inappropriate - when something is not suitable or right
Behaviour - the things that someone does and says
Comments - the things people write or say about someone or something
Common misconception
Children have a clear conception of who uses the online space.
Children at this age will struggle to understand the enormous size of the internet.
Equipment
Content guidance
- Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Starter quiz
4 Questions
thinking about something bad or upsetting
someone we know offline who makes us feel safe and can help us
someone we do not know and do not trust
Exit quiz
6 Questions
when something is not suitable or right
the things that someone does or says
the things people write or say about someone or something