Digital Citizenship (Being Good Online)

Hello! My name is Digital Citizenship. That’s a big name, but really, I just help you be a kind, smart, and safe person when you use a computer, tablet, or phone. Think of the internet as a giant, magical playground. I’m here to make sure everyone knows the rules so we can all have fun and nobody gets hurt.

One day, a girl named Maya was playing her favorite game online. A message popped up from a player she didn't know, asking, 'What's your password?'. I whispered to Maya, 'That's private information! We never share our secrets.'. Later, another player wrote something mean in the chat. I reminded Maya that words can hurt, even online. I helped her find the 'tell a grown-up' button so she could talk to her dad about it. It’s always okay to ask for help.

From that day on, Maya practiced being a good digital citizen. When she chatted with her friends, she used kind and happy words. She created a strong password with her dad and kept it a secret, just for her. If she ever saw something that made her feel yucky or confused, she knew exactly what to do: stop, step away from the screen, and tell a trusted adult right away. I was so proud of her!

I am like a special cape you wear whenever you go online. I help protect your private information and give you the power to be kind to others. I am with you when you watch videos, play games, or talk to your family on a video call. I will always be here to help you explore the amazing online world safely and responsibly, so you can learn, create, and have a wonderful time. I learned that helping others make safe choices online is an important job that never ends.