Responsible use of AI by children: Tips for parents
In this episode, we explore the responsible use of artificial intelligence by children and share practical tips for parents. We discuss how families can set boundaries, choose appropriate applications, encourage critical thinking, and protect their children’s personal data. A valuable episode for every parent who wants their kids to enjoy the benefits of AI safely and responsibly.
Lesson plan: Safety and responsibility in artificial intelligence
This lesson plan introduces students to the concepts of safety and responsibility in artificial intelligence (AI). Through interactive activities, discussions, and real-life examples, students learn how AI works, its benefits, and the potential risks when used without care. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, ethical use of technology, protection of personal data, and recognising AI’s limitations. The plan includes group work, case studies, and creative exercises to help students reflect on how to use AI tools wisely
Lesson plan: Safe use of AI
This lesson introduces 5th and 6th grade students to artificial intelligence in a simple and engaging way, focusing on safety and responsibility. Through real-life examples, role-play, and creative screen-free activities, children learn how AI works, its benefits and risks, how to spot online “traps” like scams or misinformation, and how to use critical thinking before trusting AI results. The goal is to build digital responsibility and safe, thoughtful use of AI.
Your safe place: a support platform for children and teenagers
The Greek Safer Internet Centre has launched "Your Safe Place", an innovative online platform designed especially for children and teenagers. Its mission is to strengthen safety, confidence, and responsible internet use by offering a friendly space where young people can find support, guidance, and a voice.
The platform stands out thanks to its simple design, easy-to-understand language, interactive tools, and visual content. It helps children and teenagers to:
Podcast: children’s development starts with relationships, not screens
This podcast is aimed at parents and caregivers exploring what supports or undermines children’s emotional and social development, the impact of screens, and the importance of presence, eye contact, and meaningful relationships.
Parent’s guide: "Me – child – smartphone"
The leaflet serves as a guide for parents and caregivers who want to introduce their children to the world of new technologies in a wise and responsible way. It outlines the most common risks associated with internet use, such as cyberbullying, addiction, harmful content, or risky online challenges, and highlights good practices for supporting children in safe online activities.
Are you affected by hate? Is it hard for you to talk about it?
The poster contains words of support for the person affected by hate, and encouragement to seek help.
Do you see the hate? What to do? How to help?
The poster encourages people (witnesses) to react when they observe signs of violence on the internet.
Come on, don't hate! You are responsible for your actions online and offline
The poster calls on the haters (or perpetrators of online abuse/harassment) to reflect on their actions, and highlights the legal consequences.
How to talk about cyberbullying?
The leaflet addresses the issue of cyberbullying and online hate – their causes, mechanisms, and the roles of the perpetrator, bystander, and victim.
It provides guidance on what to pay attention to when talking with children and young people about hate, taking into account their age, gender, and personal situation. It also offers concrete educational and preventive actions to counteract hate and support young people in using the internet safely.


