3. Ensuring Website Safety 

Not all websites are safe, and that’s why it’s important to know what to look for. In this lesson, children will learn what makes a website secure, how cybercriminals can attack, and how to stay protected by creating strong passwords and following simple safety steps online.

A website is a group of pages on the internet. These pages can have:

• Text (writing),

• Pictures,

• Videos, and

• Interactive features like games or forms.

To view a website, we use a web browser like Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari. 

Safe websites protect your information and privacy. Here’s how:

• Use Anti-Malware Software: Stops bad programs (malware) from harming the site.

• Strong Passwords: Use hard-to-guess passwords to stop hackers.

• Keep Software Updated: Just like locking your doors, updates protect websites from intruders.

• Be Careful of Emails: Don’t trust suspicious emails. They may try to steal your info.

Here’s how to make a password that keeps you safe: