Lesson Plan
Digital Detectives Session 1
Students will learn to recognize safe versus unsafe online situations and practice speaking up by telling a trusted adult when they encounter inappropriate content during digital experiences.
Building responsible digital habits helps students stay safe online and empowers them to seek help when faced with uncomfortable or harmful content, fostering a culture of trust and openness.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Digital Detective Chat
5 minutes
Step 2
Scenario Discussion
10 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Speak-Up Pledge
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Digital Detectives: Session 1
Warm-Up: Digital Detective Chat
Scenario 1: Friendly Game Recommendation
Scenario 2: Stranger’s Friend Request
Scenario 3: Unwanted Image
Scenario 4: Secret Request
Safe vs. Unsafe: Key Signs
Speak-Up Reminder
Worksheet
Warm Up
Cool Down
Lesson Plan
Digital Detectives Session 2
Students will practice telling a trusted adult about unsafe or uncomfortable online situations using clear language and appropriate reporting steps.
Practicing reporting builds students’ confidence and readiness to speak up, ensuring they take action to stay safe and help others online.
Audience
Time
Approach
Materials
Prep
Review and Prepare Materials
5 minutes
Step 1
Warm-Up: Recap and Discuss
5 minutes
Step 2
Role-Play Practice
10 minutes
Step 3
Worksheet Activity
10 minutes
Step 4
Cool-Down: Action Plan
5 minutes
Slide Deck
Digital Detectives: Session 2
Recap: Safe vs. Unsafe
Why Report?
3 Steps to Report
Reporting Script Examples
Role-Play Instructions
Let’s Practice!
Activity
Worksheet
Warm Up
Cool Down
