What would I do: Internet Safety and Mental Health Scenario Cards (Internet Safety Resource)

The Internet is a great tool that can help us to build friendships and learn new skills for example. However, internet use can have both a positive and negative impact on our mental health.

These scenarios encourage children to explore different situations and the impact that they have on our feelings and thoughts.

Suitable for KS2.

How could this resource be used?

To support children with identifying how the internet can have both a positive and negative impact on our mental health.
How to seek support when feeling unsafe or uncomfortable online and what to do about it.

Relevant Curriculum Links

England PSHE Statutory Curriculum Strands:

KS2: H21. to recognise warning signs about mental health and wellbeing and how to seek support for themselves and others.

KS2:H22. to recognise that anyone can experience mental ill health; that most difficulties can be resolved with help and support; and that it is important to discuss feelings with a trusted adult.
KS2: H42. about the importance of keeping personal information private; strategies for keeping safe online, including how to manage requests for personal information or images of themselves and others; what to do if frightened or worried by something seen or read online and how to report concerns, inappropriate content and contact.
KS2: R23. about why someone may behave differently online, including pretending to be someone they are not; strategies for recognising risks, harmful content and contact; how to report concerns.
KS2:R28. how to recognise pressure from others to do something unsafe or that makes them feel uncomfortable and strategies for managing this.
KS2: R29. where to get advice and report concerns if worried about their own or someone else’s personal safety (including online).
KS2: L11. recognise ways in which the internet and social media can be used both positively and negatively.

Scottish Health and Wellbeing Curriculum Outcome(s):

I understand that there are people I can talk to and that there are a number of ways in which I can gain access to practical and emotional support to help me and others in a range of circumstances. HWB 0-03a / HWB 1-03a / HWB 2-03a / HWB 3-03a / HWB 4-03a.