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Activity12: "Handle Negativity Like a Pro!"
Location Clue: Go to the place where you can get help or
guidance when you need support.
(e.g., parent/family member, school counselor teacher)
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Lesson: When facing negativity or bullying online, it’s important to block, report, and tell a trusted adult who may need to inform police in serious cases. Cyber Bullying Canada.
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Activity: In small groups, come up with different ways to respond to negative or mean comments online. Role-play how you would block, report, or respond in a positive way.
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Discussion: What should you do if someone is being mean or bullying you online? Why is it important to speak up and not deal with it alone?
Final Activity13: "Digital Superheroes!"
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To wrap up the scavenger hunt, have students design their own “Digital Superhero” based on what they’ve learned. Their superhero can have powers like “Kindness Blast” (spreading positivity), “Truth Vision” (detecting fake info), or “Privacy Shield” (protecting personal information). They can draw and share their superhero with the class.
End of the Hunt:
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Congratulations! You’ve completed the scavenger hunt and learned how to navigate the digital world safely and positively. Remember to use social media responsibly, be kind, and think before you post!
More information and global website links
Other helpful parent and teacher resources
Helplines
-Canada-
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Kids Help Phone
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Kids Help Phone – Live Chat Counselling
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RCMP Cyberbullying Facts
-United States-
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NAMI Teen & Young Adult Helpline
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TEEN LINE
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US Government School Safety/Cyber Bullying
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American Academy of Pediatrics
A recent study reveals that depression among youth has doubled, anxiety has quadrupled, and emergency visits for self-harm among teenage girls have surged by 138%. The Macdonald-Laurier Institute report attributes these issues to smartphones and social media.
Their report, "Wired for Worry," provides six policy recommendations, including raising the minimum age for social media to 16, emphasizing that outright prohibiting use may be more effective than regulating content. The aim is to restore a childhood experience centered around in-person connections rather than social media.