websites and apps used to share words and images with other people

to look at how similar or different we are to someone else

an online celebrity who is famous or trying to get famous

feeling worried, nervous, or unsure about something that might happen, like before a test or speaking in front of people; the feeling can also be felt in your body

Online comparisons

RSHE (PSHE)

Dangers to watch out for in the online space

Group chats

Thriving online

This unit emphasises positive and healthy online interactions, helping pupils balance their digital and offline lives. Pupils learn about online dangers, navigating group chats safely, managing online comparisons and developing strategies to thrive online while maintaining wellbeing.

Our online lives: How do I thrive online?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

Depiction or discussion of peer pressure or bullying

feeling worried, nervous, or unsure about something that might happen

Match the word to the correct definition.

always share the worst part of their lives

How might someone make their life appear more interesting on social media than it actually is?

Photos and videos shared by influencers always show the reality of their lives. True or false?

we might feel pressured to change ourselves

What might happen if we compare ourselves to others on social media?

always share the worst parts of their lives

to put something online, such as a video, image or text

posts, videos, reels and articles put online by a content creator

Match the words to the correct definition.

Some influencers lie on social media. True or false?

Some influencers create content to get money. True or false?

We should {{}} group chats with strangers.

Online comparisons

Lesson outcome

Content guidance