7-10 years old
The Hub
Let’s start your journey to raising Safer, Smarter kids in a digital world
Consent & Healthy Boundaries
Consent is about every person having the right to choose what they are and are not comfortable with. It's giving permission and agreeing to something because it feels good and safe. We're going to explore how we give consent in our everyday lives and why it's important.
💭 Before You Watch
👉 What are some examples of times you’ve asked for consent?
💡 Try This
When the True or False game starts, press pause and give your answers first.
Then hit play and see how your thinking compares to the peers on screen.
⭐ Key Takeaways
Consent must be clear, enthusiastic, ongoing, and can be withdrawn at any time.
Our bodies can tell us if we are not giving consent and not comfortable.
True consent is about respect — not convincing someone.
The Internet
aving access to the internet is like having the world in the palm of your hand. We use it for gaming, shopping, homework, chatting with friends, sharing photos, and watching videos. The internet can connect us with over 5 billion people from around the world. However, just because you have this powerful tool doesn't mean you're always ready to use it. Let's explore how to navigate this digital space positively and healthily.
💭 Before You Watch
👉 What are some things you like to do online?
💡 Try This
When the True or False game starts, press pause and give your answers first.
Then hit play and see how your thinking compares to the peers on screen.
⭐ Key Takeaways
The internet is a powerful tool
It is important to follow the boundaries and rules of our trusted adults in order to keep ourselves safe.
Safe people and unsafe people use the internet. It is important not to talk to anyone you don’t know in person.
Information Sharing Online
Imagine if all of your most private thoughts and feelings ended up in anyone else’s hands. How would it make you feel? Some things are meant to be private. Think of the online world as your home- only let friends and family you trust into your digital space.
💭 Before You Watch
👉 Why is information sharing something we have to think about when we are online?
💡 Try This
When the True or False game starts, press pause and give your answers first.
Then hit play and see how your thinking compares to the peers on screen.
⭐ Key Takeaways
Everything you do online creates a lasting record, shaping your online portrait.
When we're online, it's crucial to stick to the same boundaries and rules we follow in public and in person.
The only thing you can control online is how much and what you choose to share!
Unsafe People & Unhealthy Accounts
In real life, it's obvious when someone is in a costume, but on the internet, it's tricky. People can pretend to be anyone, even unsafe individuals posing as safe ones. So, how can we tell the difference between someone trustworthy and someone trying to build trust for the wrong reasons? Let’s explore!
💭 Before You Watch
👉 How would you know if someone is not a safe person?
💡 Try This
When the True or False game starts, press pause and give your answers first.
Then hit play and see how your thinking compares to the peers on screen.
⭐ Key Takeaways
Online, unsafe people can pretend to be anyone
Don't share information or create new accounts without an adult's permission
Treat every online interaction as if it's happening in person and respond the same way
Being a Safe Person
As important as it is to surround ourselves with safe people, it is equally as important for us to be safe people as well. Let’s learn more about what this looks like.
💭 Before You Watch
👉 What are some qualities that make you a good friend and safe person?
💡 Try This
When the True or False game starts, press pause and give your answers first.
Then hit play and see how your thinking compares to the peers on screen.
⭐ Key Takeaways
Behind every profile is a real person, and your virtual actions have real impacts
Your actions matter in creating a positive online space
Want More?
A guided workbook for families that provides parents with the right tools, information, and conversations to build a strong Family Digital Safety Agreement.
Topics include sextortion, predatory people, unsafe accounts, online grooming, information sharing, intimate images, boundaries and privacy.
This bundle includes five focused guides on: Information Sharing, Internet Dynamics, Predatory People, Sextortion, and Sexual Exploitation.
Each guide includes:
-What to look out for
-Practical next steps
-Conversation starters
-Printable conversation cards
-Worksheet + reflection questions
Need Help?
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline
Help in crisis response, referrals, and tips. Operating 24/7 in many languages.
https://www.canadianhumantraffickinghotline.ca
American Human Trafficking Hotline
Help in crisis response, referrals, and tips. Operating 24/7.
https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en
Cybertip Canadian
To report online exploitation, grooming, or sextortion and be connected with the appropriate investigators.
https://cybertip.ca/en/report/
Cybertip American
To report online exploitation, grooming, or sextortion and be connected with the appropriate investigators.
Teen Talk
An online and phone line resource for youth issues including mental health, sex, and sexuality.
Crisis Line Canadian
A 24/7 crisis and text line for mental health services for youth.
https://kidshelpphone.ca/urgent-help
Crisis Line American
A 24/7 crisis and text line for mental health services for youth.
https://www.crisistextline.org/
Need Help Now
Support and direction on how to deal with various forms of peer exploitation and image sharing.