Interland: A Free Game Designed To Help Kids Make Smart Decisions Online

Parents & Teachers: Did you know that Google just released an online game to teach children about online safety and security? It's important to help kids learn how to be smart, positive and kind when they are online, just like we help them to be when they are offline. 

Summer break is around the corner and children and teens will have more time to spend on the Internet. It is a perfect time to introduce Be Internet Awesome! 

The game was developed in collaboration with reputable online safety experts such as Family Online Safety Institute, the Internet Keep Safe Coalition and ConnectSafely. The game includes topics such as:

• Safe sharing
• Determining what is real and fake
• Keeping personal information secure
• Online etiquette

Get an idea of how the game works by viewing the 40 second trailer posted below, then access the game here. I think it would be appropriate for upper elementary and middle school age kids. The game-based design is brilliant - kids will love it. Check it out and share widely! 

Making an Impression: Your Digital Footprint

This video was posted on The Educator's PLN Ning and was created by Steve Johnson.  If you have children who use a computer or work with kids in an educational setting, watch this together and discuss it! 


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