Better Internet for Kids

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.

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

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.

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:

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.

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. 

The leaflet addresses the issue of disinformation and the susceptibility of young people to online manipulation. 

It explains the differences between disinformation, misinformation, and malinformation, the mechanisms that support the spread of false content, and why youth are more likely to believe it. 

It also provides practical tips for adults (parents and caregivers, as well as teachers and educators) on how to support young people in developing critical thinking and using digital media consciously.

The leaflet explains how to support young people in consciously building their online image. 

It shows that social media can help with self-expression, building relationships, and developing digital skills, but also carries risks such as pressure to compare, identity crises, loss of privacy, or cyberbullying. It provides guidance for teachers and educators on how to talk with teenagers and young people, emphasising trust, reflection, and strengthening self-esteem, resilience, and critical thinking. 

The leaflet addresses the issue of harmful online content (so-called patotreści) and the risks they pose to children and young people. 

It explains what harmful content is, how young people may encounter it, and the consequences of being exposed to materials that promote violence, vulgarity, or self-destructive behaviours. It also provides practical guidance for teachers and educators on how to talk with children and teenagers about such content, how to recognise it, and how to respond in order to support safe internet use. 

The leaflet addresses the issue of online grooming, which is the act of luring children on the internet for sexual exploitation. 

It explains the warning signs that may indicate a child’s involvement in a dangerous online relationship, and highlights the types of conversations that should raise adults’ concerns. 

It also provides guidance on how to protect children from grooming and how to respond in cases of suspected or confirmed abuse.