Online Safety Reading Comprehension Passage

Digital Safety & Internet Safety Informational Text with Critical Thinking Questions for Upper Primary & Middle School

A High-Interest Reading Comprehension Passage on Digital Safety

In today’s interconnected world, children are constantly engaging with digital devices, social media, and online platforms. While technology provides incredible educational benefits, it also introduces important safety challenges.

This Online Safety Reading Comprehension Passage helps students understand how to protect themselves while developing essential digital citizenship and critical thinking skills.

What’s Included?

✔ Informational Text (Clear & Engaging)
✔ Reading Comprehension Questions
✔ Critical Thinking Prompts
✔ Discussion Questions
✔ Vocabulary Development Activities
✔ Digital Citizenship Focus

Skills Covered

• Internet Safety Awareness
• Identifying Misinformation
• Understanding Digital Footprints
• Preventing Cyberbullying
• Responsible Online Behavior
• Evaluating Online Sources
• Critical Thinking & Reflection

Perfect For:

• Upper Primary (Grades 4–6)
• Middle School (Grades 6–8)
• ESL / EFL Learners
• Digital Citizenship Lessons
• ICT Integration
• Back-to-School Safety Units
• Why Teachers Love This Resource

This passage:

✔ Aligns with Digital Citizenship Curriculum
✔ Supports Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
✔ Encourages Class Discussion
✔ Promotes Safe Online Habits
✔ Works for Whole-Class, Small Group, or Homework

Topics Covered in the Text

• Open Communication
• Digital Literacy
• Setting Online Boundaries
• Cyberbullying Awareness
• Digital Footprints
• Critical Thinking Online
• Parental Controls
• Leading by Example
• Emerging Online Risks
• Healthy Screen Time Balance

Ideal For:

• Internet Safety Week
• Safer Internet Day Activities
• Digital Learning Units
• Reading Comprehension Practice
• Informational Text Analysis