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📕 A2: Grades 7-9 • DIGITAL LIFE

Stay Safe Online: An Internet Safety Guide

Learn to give rules and advice using imperatives and must/mustn't.

Stay Safe Online: An Internet Safety Guide
💬 Warm-up
1 What do you do to stay safe online?
2 Do you share your passwords with anyone?
3 What is a cyberbully?

🎯 Objectives

  • Use imperatives to give safety rules
  • Use must and mustn't to talk about obligations and prohibitions
  • Discuss online safety topics with confidence
In this block:

📚 Vocabulary

1.
privacy
"Keep your passwords private to protect your privacy."
keeping personal information secret
2.
security
"Use strong passwords for better security."
being safe from harm or danger
3.
ignore
"Don't ignore warning messages from websites."
to not pay attention to something
4.
report
"Always report mean behavior to a trusted adult."
to tell someone in authority about a problem
5.
cyberbully
"A cyberbully sends hurtful messages online."
someone who uses the internet to hurt others
6.
fake
"Be careful of fake news and fake profiles."
not real; false or made up
🗓️ Friday, 9th October 2026
privacy
keeping personal information secret
security
being safe from harm or danger
ignore
to not pay attention to something
report
to tell someone in authority about a problem
cyberbully
someone who uses the internet to hurt others
fake
not real; false or made up

✍️ Practice

Guess the missing word.
1. If someone sends a mean message, do not ignore it.
2. You should report any suspicious activity to an adult.
3. Be careful of fake news that spreads lies.
4. Protect your privacy by not sharing your personal details.
5. For better security , use a strong password.
6. A cyberbully can hurt people with words online.
🗓️ Friday, 9th October 2026
1. If someone sends a mean message, do not ignore it.
2. You should report any suspicious activity to an adult.
3. Be careful of fake news that spreads lies.
4. Protect your privacy by not sharing your personal details.
5. For better security , use a strong password.
6. A cyberbully can hurt people with words online.

📖 Reading

How to Be Safe Online

The internet is a great place to learn and talk with friends. But you must be careful. Here are some simple rules to stay safe online.

First, protect your privacy. Never share your real name, address, or phone number with strangers. For better security, use a strong password. Don't use easy words like your birthday. Change your passwords often.

Second, do not ignore warning signs. If someone makes you feel bad or asks for too much information, report them to a trusted adult. A cyberbully sends mean messages or posts hurtful things. You must not reply to them. Tell a parent or teacher right away.

Third, be careful of fake news and fake profiles. Some people lie about who they are. Always check if information is true. Remember: don't open links from unknown people. Stay safe and enjoy the internet!

Comprehension Questions

1.
What personal information should you never share online?
You should never share your real name, address, or phone number with strangers.
2.
What kind of password should you use?
You should use a strong password, not easy words like your birthday.
3.
What should you do if someone sends a mean message?
You should report it to a trusted adult and not reply to it.
4.
How can you recognize a fake profile?
Fake profiles often have strange pictures or ask for personal information.
5.
Why is it important to check if information is true?
Because there is fake news online, and you should only believe true information.

🎧 Listening Practice

My Online Safety Tips

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Listening context

Comprehension Questions

1.
What is the first safety tip Amelia gives?
She says to protect your privacy and never give your real name or address.
2.
What kind of password does Amelia recommend?
She says to use a strong password, not your pet's name or birthday.
3.
What should you do if a stranger asks for money online?
You must report them to a parent or teacher and not reply.
4.
How does Amelia describe a cyberbully?
A cyberbully can send hurtful words, and you should not reply.
5.
Who can you share your password with, according to Amelia?
Only your parents can know your password.

🗣️ Pair Work

Social Media Debate

"Work in pairs or small groups. You will discuss whether social media is good or bad. Use imperatives and must/mustn't to express rules or opinions."

👉 First, think of three reasons why social media is good and three reasons why it is bad.

👉 Then, take turns sharing your ideas. Use sentences like 'You must be careful with...' or 'Don't ignore...'.

👉 Finally, decide together: is social media more good or bad? Be ready to explain your conclusion.

🚀 EnglishDee Tasks

KEYWORDS: privacy security ignore report cyberbully fake
✍️ WRITING

Safety Rules: Write About Online Safety

Write a short guide (80-100 words) about online safety. Include 2 imperatives and 2 must/mustn't sentences. Start with: 'To stay safe online.'

✅ Checklist:
  • Minimum 80 words.
  • Use 4 vocabulary words from the list.
  • Include at least 2 imperatives and 2 must/mustn't sentences.
  • Use correct grammar.
🎙️ SPEAKING

Safety Talk: Record a 45-Second Talk

Record a 45-second talk about internet safety. Include 1 imperative and 1 must/mustn't. Start with: 'Hi, I'm [your name]. Today I want to talk about.' Then give 2-3 tips.

✅ Checklist:
  • 45 seconds.
  • Use 4 vocabulary words.
  • Include one imperative and one must/mustn't.
  • Speak clearly at a natural pace.
Helpful Phrases
  • You must always keep your passwords secret.
  • You must never share personal information with strangers.
  • Don't forget to log out of public computers.
  • It's important to report a cyberbully to an adult.
  • Remember to check if news is real or fake.
  • If you see something strange, don't ignore it.