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Social media can be a place to connect, learn, and, most of all, share. But how much do kids know about what they're sharing -- and not just about…
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Digital Footprint & Identity
Grades
8
Kids share a lot of information whenever they go online -- sometimes on purpose, sometimes not. But do they understand that online privacy isn't just…
Privacy & Security
It's natural for teens to be curious about their emerging sexuality. But most middle schoolers aren't prepared for the risks of exploring this in the…
Relationships & Communication
Games, social media, and other online spaces give kids opportunities to meet and chat with others outside the confines of their real-life communities…
6
Students can come across all kinds of negative content online and on social media, whether it's rude, mean, or even hateful. But what should students…
Cyberbullying, Digital Drama & Hate Speech
What does it actually mean to "be yourself" or to "be "real"? Those are deep thoughts for any middle schooler. For kids today, these questions matter…
Internet scams are part of being online today, but many kids might not be aware of them. How do we help our students avoid being tricked into…
Children have to be at least 13 to sign up for most social media platforms. But we know that many tweens work around this restriction. By doing so…
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What you say, and how you say it, often depends on whom you're talking to, both in person and online. The person or people you're chatting with --…
Social media plays a big role in most teens' lives, and research shows that it causes intense feelings -- both positive and negative. But not all…
Media Balance & Well-Being
10
New tech, like location services and smart devices, helps make our lives easier and opens opportunities that didn't exist before. But these…
"It's complicated" can describe many of our relationships with others, both romantic and otherwise. Add digital devices and social media to the mix,…
Our digital footprints can have a powerful impact on our future. This can be a scary thought, given that what's in our digital footprint isn't always…
Research shows that happiness in life is less about what you do and more about why you do it. When your actions have purpose, they lead to positive…
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Texting and chatting online can sometimes feel just like talking to someone in person, but it's actually pretty different. It's all because of…
