DIGITAL LIFE FOUNDATIONS
Third graders are beginning to use digital tools more independently for schoolwork while learning to navigate basic online interactions. At this age, children are developing concrete operational thinking and beginning to understand others' perspectives, but still need tangible examples and clear guidelines.
These lessons teach essential digital literacy skills while making direct connections to their growing independence as readers and communicators, providing them with tools and mindsets that help them navigate their expanding digital responsibilities.
Lesson Sequence:
It is recommended to teach these lessons in order. Each lesson should take about 20 minutes and include plenty of interaction
The Be Internet Awesome lessons are not divided by grade level. For Third Grade, consider looking at the first few lesson in each of the five pillars.
Lessons are available in Peardeck, with Spanish options there. This spreadsheet includes links to Peardeck lessons in their Content Orchard.
Find more information in the Curriculum tab at the top of this webpage.