Equip your students with essential digital literacy skills using our carefully curated set of 15 interactive how to spot fake news websites activity cards. Designed specifically for elementary students, these cards will guide them in identifying and debunking fake news on the internet. Take the first step in combating misinformation and nurturing responsible digital citizens. Benefits: Cultivate Critical Thinking: Foster a generation of critical thinkers who question information sources and make well-informed judgments. Digital Literacy: Empower your students with the necessary skills to navigate the internet responsibly and confidently. Fact-Checking Proficiency: By practicing with real-life examples, students will gain hands-on experience in fact-checking, a vital skill in today’s digital age. What’s included: 15 ‘How to Spot Fake News’ worksheets 15 QR codes 15 hyperlinks to each website ‘How to Use Cards’ instruction page ‘How to Check an Image’ instruction page ‘Real or Fake’ reading comprehension text Easel activity Ways you can use this resource: E-Safety & digital citizenship lesson PSPE Lesson Guided reading groups Literacy Center or Station Computing Center or Station Independent reading and research practise Small group work Whole group work Homework activity with parents Parent workshop to educate them about online safety How to teach the students using the cards: Choose a card for your lesson. I recommend using one card for the whole class to start. Give students around 15-20 minutes to scan the QR code and look at the website. Ask them to work through each point on the checklist and find evidence to support each of their answers. Come back together as a class and look at the website together. Go through each point on the checklist as a group and discuss how you know the site real/fake. Once you have gone through the checklist of real and fake features, take a class vote. After how to use the cards has been modelled to the students, allow them to explore the cards in pairs or independently. Each card should take between 10-15 minutes as students become more familiar with the process of checking. How to use the cards: Scan the QR Code Look through the site Read the checklist Tick off what you see Count the number of fake vs real clues Verdict: Real or Fake? As always with the internet, we cannot control the popup ads which appear on the sites. If the students see something inappropriate in the pop ups, they should tell the teacher and together you X and cross away the pop up. It is important to educate them how to deal with the pop ups so if they encounter them on their own, they know what to do, rather than avoiding all sites with pop ups.*

Introducing The Ultimate Resource to Develop Critical Thinking and Media Literacy Skills! Discover the enthralling world of non-fiction stories with our engaging print-and-go worksheets, based on the book Two Truths and a Lie: It’s Alive!. These thoughtfully designed comprehension worksheets are specifically crafted to support students in reading and researching real or fake non-fiction stories. As they dive into the captivating chapters, students will use the fact checker worksheets to decide if each story is real or fake, fostering their critical thinking and media literacy abilities. Key Features: Differentiated Reading Experience: The book’s unique structure allows students to pick out the fake story from the three presented in each chapter, catering to different proficiency levels and enhancing comprehension. Engaging Comprehension Activities: Our worksheets offer a variety of engaging activities that prompt students to read, research, and evaluate non-fiction stories, enabling them to develop essential skills in media literacy. Flexible Teaching Approach: Teachers can choose between sequential or random story selection, based on their students’ needs and English proficiency, ensuring a tailored and enjoyable learning experience. Benefits: Empowering Critical Thinking: Students will hone their ability to distinguish between fact and fiction, developing essential skills in media literacy that are crucial in the digital age. Engaging Reading Journey: The captivating stories in “Two Truths and a Lie: It’s Alive!” will spark curiosity and interest, fostering a love for reading and research in students. Personalized Learning Experience: By selecting stories suitable for their students’ English level and background knowledge, teachers can create a supportive and inclusive learning environment. Embark on a journey of discovery with “Two Truths and a Lie: It’s Alive! Comprehension Worksheets.” Witness your students’ growth in critical thinking and media literacy as they navigate the world of non-fiction stories. Don’t miss this opportunity to inspire a generation of informed and discerning learners. Grab your worksheets now and embark on an enriching learning adventure with “Two Truths and a Lie: It’s Alive!”

Introducing a thrilling Halloween-themed educational resource designed to equip elementary students with critical digital literacy skills. With 15 engaging activity cards, these interactive worksheets will teach students how to discern real from fake news on the internet, including satire and clickbait websites, all while enjoying the spooktacular holiday spirit. Key Features and Benefits: Digital Literacy: Empower students with the ability to navigate the internet safely and develop essential e-safety and digital citizenship skills. Age-Appropriate Content: Carefully selected reading levels suitable for grade 4 and up, ensuring an optimal learning experience for young learners. QR Code and Hyperlink Integration: Easily access age-appropriate websites through QR codes and hyperlinks, allowing students to explore and evaluate content independently. Real or Fake Checklist: Comprehensive checklists aid students in identifying crucial features that determine the credibility of a website, honing their critical thinking skills. Guided and Independent Learning: Versatile use in various settings - perfect for guided reading groups, literacy and computing centers, as well as independent reading and research practice. Parent Involvement: Extend learning beyond the classroom by involving parents through homework activities and informative workshops on online safety. How to Use the Activity Cards: Choose a Card: Select a card for your lesson, ideally starting with one for the whole class. Scanning and Evaluation: Allow 15-20 minutes for students to scan the QR code and explore the website. Instruct them to work through the checklist, identifying evidence to support their real or fake determination. Class Discussion: Gather as a class to collectively examine the website, discussing the checklist points and determining whether the site is real or fake. Student Exploration: As students become familiar with the process, encourage them to explore the cards in pairs or independently, taking 10-15 minutes per card. Dealing with Pop-ups: Educate students on handling pop-up ads responsibly, fostering internet safety and responsible online behavior. What’s included: 15 ‘How to Spot Fake News’ worksheets 15 QR codes 15 hyperlinks to each website ‘How to Use Cards’ instruction page ‘How to Check an Image’ instruction page ‘Real or Fake’ reading comprehension text As always with the internet, we cannot control the popup ads which appear on the sites. If the students see something inappropriate in the pop ups, they should tell the teacher and together you X and cross away the pop up. It is important to educate them how to deal with the pop ups so if they encounter them on their own, they know what to do, rather than avoiding all sites with pop ups.*