How I Nearly Fell for a Frightening ‘Virtual Kidnapping’ Scam By Larry Magid

ConnectSafely CEO Larry Magid was recently the target of a scary virtual kidnapping scam. And even though he knows a lot about phone and online scams and has written and spoken extensively on the subject, he nearly fell for the scam when he thought his loved one was in danger. 
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https://connectsafely.org/how-i-nearly-fell-for-a-frightening-virtual-kidnapping-scam/

Finish the Year Strong 💪 with Mental Health Resources

 

Home Find Resources Search, Browse, Filter My Dashboard   Explore the Ups and Downs of Social Media: Evaluating Mental Health Effects on Teens (6-12) In this lesson, your students will listen to an episode of On Our Minds, a youth-led podcast exploring issues pertaining to mental health among teenagers. After listening to first-hand anecdotes from teens, your students will evaluate the impact of social media and analyze the various narratives for claims, counterclaims, and solutions to the issue.

The 3 R’s for Teacher Self-Care: Reflect. Release. Recharge. Tempted to wait until summer vacation to begin a self-care routine? The reality is that you may need it sooner than that. As you move through the remaining days of the school year, remember that your students benefit when you are at your best. Explore three tips from one educator that will help you recharge on a daily basis, as well as during the upcoming summer break. When you show up for yourself, you show up for your students!

When You Feel So Mad That You Want to Roar: Strategy Song and Activity (PreK-K)

Sing along with Daniel Tiger and his friends as they conquer anger by counting to four. In this video excerpt from the popular PBS KIDS TV show Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood, see how you can use music and movement to help your students practice slowing down and controlling their actions. Your students have big feelings, but you can support them as they begin to learn lifelong self-regulation skills.

Explore More PBS LearningMedia Resources: Screen Time: How Much Is Too Much? (6-12) Full Film: Hiding in Plain Sight: Youth Mental Illness (9-12) PBS KIDS Talk About: Scary Things (PreK-2) Learn About the Trauma-Informed School (6-12) Counselors are Helpers: Emergencies (PreK-2) Professional Development: Mental Health: Centering Our Learners | Tools for Anti-Racist Teaching Connect with our PBS LearningMedia community:   Browse PBS LearningMedia by subject:     Science Social Studies Math ELA Engineering & Tech       Health & PE PreK The Arts World Languages Professional Development     © 2023 PBS. All Rights Reserved. The PBS logo is a registered trademark of Public Broadcasting Service. Used with permission. 1225 S Clark Street, Arlington, VA 22202 Privacy Policy | Terms of Use

Evaluating Mental Health Effects on Teens (6-12)

 

Explore the Ups and Downs of Social Media: Evaluating Mental Health Effects on Teens (6-12)

In this lesson, your students will listen to an episode of On Our Minds, a youth-led podcast exploring issues pertaining to mental health among teenagers. After listening to first-hand anecdotes from teens, your students will evaluate the impact of social media and analyze the various narratives for claims, counterclaims, and solutions to the issue. https://florida.pbslearningmedia.org/resource/ups-and-downs-social-media-video/evaluating-mental-health-effects-students-on-our-minds-podcast/

YouTube Kids Channels for Kids Who Love Cartoons

Tune in for wacky characters, delightful adventures, and lots of positive messages.
https://www.commonsensemedia.org/articles/youtube-kids-channels-for-kids-who-love-cartoons

The Power of Kindness | Simon Sinek

A new video series by Common Sense Education

 A new video series by Common Sense Education with slides, an in-class coloring activity, AND a take-home drawing component for family engagement!

Social Media: Perfection is an Illusion