iKeep Safe

http://www.ikeepsafe.org/

 iKeep Safe is a site that has partnered with D.A.R.E to provide parents and teachers with an amazing Internet Safety program.  This is a well-rounded program, designed for kids ages 4 - 10.  It covers all of the basics including: keeping children safe online, how to handle cyber-bullying, balancing real life with screen time, and dangerous downloads.  Students learn about these concepts through a wide range of tools and along side fun, engaging cartoon characters.  There are videos, printable books, colouring sheets, games, worksheets, discussion guides, and lesson plans available to help teachers communicate the information to students.*  This program is the perfect way to introduce internet safety to students and reinforce it throughout the year.

Tips for integrating iKeep Safe into your classroom:  iKeep Safe is a perfect place to start teaching students about Internet safety.  Watch the Faux Paw cartoons together as a class on a projector connected computer and read and discuss the books.  Teach the lesson by having students complete the free downloadable worksheets or play an interactive game online.  Then send home a family assignment and have the students discuss internet safety with their parents.  Let's get the parents involved and working as hard as we do at keeping their kids safe.  


* these links are just a sample of what is available in each of the categories on the Faux Paw site