Executive Functioning (Lower Elementary) Teacher Resource Pack

Digital Citizenship – Lower Elementary Resource Pack (Ages 5–8)

Help young learners build safe, kind, and responsible digital habits—right from the start.

As technology becomes part of everyday learning, even young children need guidance on how to use digital tools thoughtfully. This Digital Citizenship Resource Pack for ages 5–8 introduces essential digital habits in a developmentally appropriate, engaging, and supportive way.

Through stories, visuals, hands-on activities, and guided discussion, students learn how to stay safe online, communicate with kindness, balance screen time, and ask for help when something doesn’t feel right. Lessons are designed for early elementary learners and require minimal prep for teachers and caregivers.

Perfect for classrooms, SEL lessons, library and media classes, technology rotations, after-school programs, and homeschool settings.

What’s Included

This 80+ page printable and digital resource includes:

• Teacher & Parent Guides
  Clear explanations of key concepts, learning goals, and tips for supporting young learners at school and at home.

• Pre-Assessment & Post-Assessment
  Kid-friendly reflection tools using visuals and simple prompts to track understanding and growth.

• Five Ready-to-Teach Lessons
  Each lesson includes:

  • A short story or read-aloud

  • Key vocabulary

  • Discussion questions

  • Hands-on activities

  • Optional digital exploration extensions

Lesson Topics

Lesson 1: What Is Digital Citizenship?
Understanding technology, digital tools, and responsible online behavior.

Lesson 2: Staying Safe Online
Learning about personal information, safe sharing, and when to ask a trusted adult for help.

Lesson 3: Being Kind and Respectful Online
Exploring empathy, kindness, and how words and actions affect others—even online.

Lesson 4: Finding Balance with Technology
Recognizing screen-time signals and practicing healthy tech habits.

Lesson 5: Making Good Choices Online
Applying digital citizenship skills to real-life scenarios and problem-solving situations.

Bonus Student Resources

• Digital safety posters

• Emotions chart

• Home-connection activities

• Goal-setting templates

• Certificates of completion

Skills Students Will Build

By the end of the unit, students will be able to:

• Identify basic digital tools and their purposes

• Protect personal information and seek adult support

• Communicate kindly and respectfully online

• Recognize when they need a screen break

• Make safe and responsible digital choices

• Show empathy and care for others in digital spaces

Perfect For

• Grades K–2 classrooms

• Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) programs

• Library, media, and technology classes

• Counseling and small groups

• After-school and enrichment programs

• Homeschool families