Learn how Common Sense Educators innovated last year, and what new tools and strategies they’re bringing into the 2021-2022 school year. Find back-to-school digital learning and citizenship resources for your classroom today.
Children develop critical life skills that rely on brain functions called "executive functions." These are the skills that help us plan, focus our attention, control our impulses, and more. Learn about executive functioning and h…
Watch a lively conversation with Arms, one of our Digital Citizens, about how kids can find a balance when it comes to using media and technology. Use this video to start your own discussion with parents and caregivers.
Common Sense's library of age-based ratings and reviews of movies, TV shows, books, games, and more are research-backed and written with child development in mind. Share these excellent resources with parents and caregivers.
The Ideal MEALS activity is a fun way to get parents and caregivers thinking about how to create a healthy balance of activities for their children, with and without media and tech. Help them define the ideal balance for their fa…
Understanding the benefits and challenges of raising kids in today's digital world is an important part of creating an environment that supports their development. Hear how two parents feel about the effects of technology on thei…
Research shows that co-using media and technology with children has positive effects -- from early literacy skills and boosting empathy to critical thinking. Share this video to help parents and caregivers understand the benefits…
We’re proud to announce that Lisa DeLapo, Director of Information and Instructional Technology for the Union School District has been named our Common Sense Honored Educator for 2021.
Every day, we see -- and create! -- countless images and videos that have been edited or digitally altered. From simple Snapchat filters to short, lighthearted, or ironic TikTok videos, it’s clear that seeing and creating altered…
Help your students build empathy by learning how the words they use online are indeed powerful, and show them strategies they can use when they encounter cyberbullying.
Digital citizenship is more than being savvy with media and tech. It's recognizing what we have in common online and offline, and deciding together: How will we act, create, learn, and lead?
The 2020–2021 school year was full of challenges, but you overcame them and there is so much to be proud of. Thank you for all that you did to keep students connected and learning throughout the pandemic. Your compassion and dedi…
Students put themselves into the shoes of the Digital Citizen characters, who play superheroes that are able to solve digital dilemmas in responsible ways.
