Better Internet for Kids

Original title: "Iekod pirkstā, pirms heito onlainā!" 

Educational cyberbullying prevention guide published by the Latvian Safer Internet Centre in collaboration with Bite, the State Police, and child protection authorities. 

The gude:

This document provides age-appropriate lesson plans on internet safety designed for grades 1 through 12 in Latvian schools:

This information page by SIC Latvia addresses online emotional abuse, cyberbullying, and harassment among youth. 

It explains how hostile messages, threats, fake accounts, and public humiliation on social networks severely impact victims' well-being. 

The text outlines key warning signs in affected children, such as sudden behavioral shifts, withdrawal, drop in grades, and emotional distress. It also details the psychological underlying causes for bullies' actions, including low self-esteem or past trauma.

Original title: Ir jauki būt laipnam

This slide presentation is an educational resource developed by SIC Latvia as part of Google's Be Internet Awesome program.

Created for primary school students and educators, it focuses on digital etiquette, empathy, and positive communication in online spaces. 

The presentation guides children through the importance of being polite to peers online, recognising how written words impact others' emotions, and replacing harsh or insulting comments with constructive ones. 

Test yourself! 10 questions about cyberbullying and online kindness.

School bullying is marked by a number of traits: it is malicious and persistent and involves unequal positions of power (for example, a group bullying a single victim).

These recommendations for young people include:

The resource provides clear information, explanation and advice for parents and caregivers on cyberbullying, and specifically:

Original title: Kaardimäng Suurim julgus

The aim of the game is to create discussions in which players find possible solutions to the situations described on the case cards. The case cards feature selected situations that young people are likely to encounter as participants in one or another role. 

The game also helps young people understand the possible hidden nature of the described situations and develop critical thinking and cooperation skills.

Original title: Koostöös teadlikumaks interneti kasutajaks 

This collection of informative materials provides insights about:

Original title: Kuidas kaitsta last küberkiusamise eest?

This resource is designed for parents and caregivers who want to support and help their children who are currently experiencing cyberbullying. The article explains what cyberbullying is, how widespread it is, what it does to a young person, and how to protect young people from cyberbullying. 

It also supports the parents with guidance and tips.