๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ BEING WISE ABOUT TECHNOLOGY ๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ

Staying Safe in a Digital World

Ages 8-12 | 8 Lessons
CHILD Proverbs Wisdom

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"The simple believes every word,
but the prudent considers well his steps."

โ€” Proverbs 14:15

My Name: ________________________________

Date Started: ________________________________

Truth Carriers Ministry
For Families Following Yahuah

๐Ÿ“š HOW TO USE THIS WORKBOOK

The 4Rs Learning Method

1. RECEIVE
Read and learn with a parent or on your own.
2. REFLECT
Answer questions and think about what you learned.
3. RECALL
Close the book and remember what you learned!
4. RESPOND
Do something with what you learned.
๐Ÿ“– We use special names: Yahuah (God the Father) and Yahusha (Jesus)

1Technology is a Tool

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

What is Technology?

Technology means tools that people make to help us do things. Technology includes:

Think About This! ๐Ÿค”

A hammer is a tool. You can use it to build a house (good!) or you can hurt someone with it (bad!). The hammer isn't good or bad โ€” it depends on how you use it.

Technology is the same way! It can be used for good things or bad things.

โœ… Good Uses of Technology

โš ๏ธ Dangerous Uses of Technology

"All things are lawful for me, but all things are not helpful." โ€” 1 Corinthians 6:12

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Technology is like a _____________ โ€” it can be used for good or bad.

2. Phones, computers, and tablets are all types of _____________.

3. How we _____________ technology matters to Yahuah.

Circle the Best Answer

1. Which is a GOOD use of technology?

A) Watching bad videos    B) Learning about the Bible    C) Being mean online

2. Technology is:

A) Always bad    B) Always good    C) A tool โ€” it depends how we use it

๐Ÿง RECALL โ€” Close Your Book!

Write 2 good uses and 2 bad uses of technology:

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

Talk with your parent: How does our family use technology well?

One good way we use it: _________________________________

2Guarding Your Eyes

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

"I will set no wicked thing before my eyes." โ€” Psalm 101:3

Your Eyes Are Gates

Think of your eyes like doors into your mind. Whatever you look at goes into your brain and stays there!

If you look at good things โ†’ good thoughts fill your mind
If you look at bad things โ†’ bad thoughts fill your mind

โš ๏ธ Things to AVOID Watching

The "Would Yahusha Watch This?" Test ๐Ÿค”

Before watching anything, ask yourself:

If the answer is NO to any of these โ€” don't watch it!

โœ… What to Do If You See Something Bad

  1. LOOK AWAY immediately
  2. CLOSE the app or turn off the device
  3. TELL a parent or trusted adult
  4. DON'T feel ashamed โ€” it wasn't your fault

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Your _____________ are like doors into your mind.

2. "I will set no _____________ thing before my eyes."

3. If you see something bad, look away and tell a _____________.

True or False

____ 1. It's okay to watch anything you want.

____ 2. What you watch goes into your brain and stays there.

____ 3. If you accidentally see something bad, it's your fault.

____ 4. You should ask "Would Yahusha watch this?"

Memory Verse โ€” Psalm 101:3

"I will set no wicked thing before my eyes."

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

3Strangers Online = Strangers in Real Life

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

โš ๏ธ Important Rule!

A stranger online is STILL A STRANGER!

You wouldn't talk to a stranger who walked up to you at the park. The same rule applies online!

Why This Matters

Online, people can pretend to be someone they're not:

You cannot know who someone really is online!

โœ… Safety Rules

  1. NEVER tell strangers your real name
  2. NEVER tell strangers where you live
  3. NEVER tell strangers what school you go to
  4. NEVER share photos of yourself
  5. NEVER agree to meet someone from online
  6. ALWAYS tell your parents if someone contacts you
"Be wise as serpents and harmless as doves." โ€” Matthew 10:16

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. A stranger online is still a _____________.

2. People online can _____________ to be someone they're not.

3. Never share your name, address, school, or _____________.

Circle the Best Answer

1. Someone online says they're a 10-year-old kid. This person is:

A) Definitely a kid    B) Maybe lying    C) Safe to talk to

2. If a stranger online asks where you live, you should:

A) Tell them    B) Lie to them    C) Not answer and tell your parents

๐Ÿง RECALL โ€” Close Your Book!

List 3 things you should NEVER tell a stranger online:

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

4Don't Believe Everything!

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

"The simple believes every word, but the prudent considers well his steps." โ€” Proverbs 14:15

Not Everything Online is True!

Just because something is on the internet doesn't mean it's true. People post:

How to Check If Something is True ๐Ÿค”

  1. Ask: "Does this match what the Bible says?"
  2. Ask: "Who wrote this? Can I trust them?"
  3. Ask: "Have I seen this anywhere else?"
  4. Ask: A parent or teacher if you're not sure

โœ… The Ultimate Test: Scripture!

The Bible is Yahuah's Word โ€” it is ALWAYS true. If something online disagrees with Scripture, the internet is wrong!

"Thy word is truth." โ€” John 17:17

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Just because something is online doesn't mean it's _____________.

2. "The _____________ believes every word."

3. The Bible is always _____________ โ€” we can trust it!

True or False

____ 1. Everything on the internet is true.

____ 2. People sometimes lie on purpose online.

____ 3. Photos and videos online are always real.

____ 4. The Bible is our best test for what's true.

๐Ÿง RECALL โ€” Close Your Book!

What 4 questions can you ask to check if something is true?

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

5Screen Time Limits

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

"All things are lawful for me, but I will not be brought under the power of any." โ€” 1 Corinthians 6:12

Why Limits Matter

Spending too much time on screens can:

โœ… Better Things Than Screens

The "Master" Test ๐Ÿค”

Ask yourself: "Is the screen my servant (I control it) or my master (it controls me)?"

If you can't stop using it, can't be happy without it, or get angry when it's taken away โ€” it might be your master!

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Too much screen time can keep you from _____________ well.

2. We should control the screen โ€” it shouldn't control _____________.

3. Instead of screens, we can play _____________ or read books.

Circle the Best Answer

1. What's a sign that screens might be your "master"?

A) You use them sometimes    B) You get angry when they're taken away    C) You use them for learning

โœ๏ธActivity: Fun Without Screens!

List 5 fun things you can do WITHOUT a screen:

1. _________________________________

2. _________________________________

3. _________________________________

4. _________________________________

5. _________________________________

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

6Being Kind Online

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

"Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another." โ€” Ephesians 4:32

Online is Still Real

Some people think they can be mean online because "it's not real." But:

Be the same person online that you are in real life!

โš ๏ธ What is Cyberbullying?

Cyberbullying is being mean to someone using technology:

โœ… If Someone is Mean to You Online

  1. Don't respond โ€” don't fight back
  2. Save it โ€” screenshot the message
  3. Block them โ€” so they can't contact you
  4. Tell a parent โ€” they can help
  5. Remember โ€” their words don't define you!

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Online is still _____________ โ€” real people get hurt.

2. Being mean online is called _____________.

3. Yahuah sees _____________ we do online.

True or False

____ 1. It's okay to be mean online because it's not real.

____ 2. If someone is mean to you, you should fight back.

____ 3. You should tell a parent if someone cyberbullies you.

____ 4. Yahuah sees what we do online.

๐Ÿง RECALL โ€” Close Your Book!

What should you do if someone is mean to you online?

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

7Keeping Secrets from Bad Guys

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

What is a Password?

A password is like a key to your house. It keeps your stuff safe from bad guys. Only people you trust should know your password!

โœ… Password Rules

  1. Parents should know your passwords โ€” they protect you!
  2. Friends should NOT know โ€” even best friends
  3. Never tell strangers โ€” ever!
  4. Make them strong โ€” mix letters, numbers, symbols
  5. Don't use your name, birthday, or pet's name

โš ๏ธ Watch Out for Tricks!

"Bad guys" try to trick you into giving information:

Remember This Rule! ๐Ÿค”

When in doubt, ASK YOUR PARENTS!

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Answer Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. A password is like a _____________ that keeps your stuff safe.

2. Your _____________ should know your passwords.

3. "Free gift card" messages are usually a _____________.

Circle the Best Answer

1. Who should know your password?

A) Your best friend    B) Your parents    C) Everyone

2. You get a message saying "Click here for free games!" You should:

A) Click it!    B) Ask your parents first    C) Share it with friends

๐Ÿง RECALL โ€” Close Your Book!

List 3 password rules:

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” Do Something!

8Yahuah is Always Watching

๐Ÿ“–RECEIVE โ€” Learn About It!

"The eyes of Yahuah are in every place, beholding the evil and the good." โ€” Proverbs 15:3

No Such Thing as "Secret" Online

Some kids think: "If my parents aren't watching, no one will know."
But Yahuah sees EVERYTHING!

โœ… Living for Yahuah Online

When you remember that Yahuah is always watching, you will:

Final Memory Verse โ€” Proverbs 15:3

"The eyes of Yahuah are in every place, beholding the evil and the good."

๐Ÿ’ญREFLECT โ€” Final Questions

Fill in the Blanks

1. Yahuah's eyes are in _____________ place.

2. There is no such thing as _____________ online โ€” Yahuah sees all.

3. We should be the _____________ person when alone or with others.

๐Ÿง RECALL โ€” Everything You Learned!

Write 3 big lessons you learned from this whole workbook:

โœ๏ธFinal Activity: My Tech Wisdom Poster

Draw a picture showing one rule for being wise with technology:

โœ‹RESPOND โ€” My Promise

I promise to be wise with technology and honor Yahuah in all I do online!

My signature: _________________ Date: _________

๐Ÿ“‹ ANSWER KEY (For Parents)

Lesson 1

Fill-in: 1) tool 2) technology 3) use

MC: 1) B 2) C

Lesson 2

Fill-in: 1) eyes 2) wicked 3) parent

T/F: 1) F 2) T 3) F 4) T

Lesson 3

Fill-in: 1) stranger 2) pretend 3) photos

MC: 1) B 2) C

Lesson 4

Fill-in: 1) true 2) simple 3) true

T/F: 1) F 2) T 3) F 4) T

Lesson 5

Fill-in: 1) sleeping 2) us 3) outside

MC: 1) B

Lesson 6

Fill-in: 1) real 2) cyberbullying 3) everything

T/F: 1) F 2) F 3) T 4) T

Lesson 7

Fill-in: 1) key 2) parents 3) scam/trick

MC: 1) B 2) B

Lesson 8

Fill-in: 1) every 2) secret 3) same

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"Be wise as serpents and harmless as doves." โ€” Matthew 10:16