Being Kind Online

Hello. I am Being Kind Online. I am the happy, warm feeling you have when you use a computer or a tablet to talk to your friends. When you are with me, you use nice words and share fun pictures with each other. This helps everyone feel good and makes them want to play together when they are online.

There are many ways you can practice being kind. You can send a friend a picture of a smiley face or a heart to make them happy. When one of your friends shows you something they made, you can say, 'That's cool!'. If you ever see something that feels mean or makes you feel sad, the most important thing to do is to tell a grown-up right away, like your parents or your teacher.

I am always here to help you learn and grow. Every time you share a happy picture or use kind words with your friends, you are helping me grow stronger. Being kind online helps make the world a friendlier place for everyone.

Term 'Cyberbullying' Coined c. 1999
Rise of Social Media Platforms 2004