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Description

Teach children how to create strong, memorable passwords and understand basic online safety. Completes criteria 2; Learn how to create a secure password and make one of your own.
There are two versions of the activity, a simpler version for Squirrels, and a more written based activity for Beavers and Cubs

Resources

either Digital Citizen (6) print out for Beavers and Cubs
or Digital Citizen (7) print out for Squirrels

Instructions

PART 1: BUILD A STRONG PASSWORD
Password Formula: Colour + Animal + Number + Object + Action (optional)
Example: PurpleTiger7RocketJump
Explain that mixing different kinds of words and numbers makes passwords harder to guess.

ONLINE SAFETY EXTENSION
Passwords are private — only share with a parent or guardian.
Don’t use your real name, birthday, school, or pet’s name.
Longer passwords are stronger.
Games, tablets, and school accounts all need passwords.
If someone asks for your password online — tell an adult.

Discussion Questions
Why shouldn’t we share passwords with friends?
What might happen if someone guesses your password?
Who can help you if you forget your password?

Learning Outcomes
Understand strong vs weak passwords
Practice teamwork and memory
Learn digital safety habits
Build critical thinking skills

Tags

• digital challenge
• Digital Citizen
• DIgital IT
• password
• passwords
• safety online
• safety tips

Badge Links

• Digital Citizen - Password