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When the Screen Surprises You

Show surprising things on a computer screen to someone you trust.

How computers do this

When something unexpected appears on screen, a trusted grown-up helps you decide if the computer data is safe.

Class 1 to 2beginner10 min2 lessons
By the end you will be able to
  • Call a grown-up when new data pops up on screen
  • Point at what you see on the device
  • Ask questions about what the computer showed

Finish first

Computer play 1 of 2

Come see!

Grown-up note (read aloud)

When you find something fun or strange on screen, call a grown-up. Point at the device and say come see what the computer showed.

  • Share screen surprises
  • Grown-ups help read computer output
Next

Computer play 2 of 2

Ask why

Grown-up note (read aloud)

Good learners ask why. A grown-up can explain what the screen means and keep you safe online and on the device.

  • Questions about screen data are welcome
  • Adults guide safe computer use
Next

Practice

Try at home

No answer key here on purpose: these are the questions worth thinking through before you move on. Open one and work it out.

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Picture check

Tap your answer

Pick the picture that answers the question. A grown-up can read the words.

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  1. Question 1: Something new pops up on screen. You…
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    Something new pops up on screen. You…

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  2. Question 2: Showing your work on screen means…
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    Showing your work on screen means…

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  3. Question 3: Why questions about the screen are…
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  4. Question 4: Trusted grown-up with your device can…
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