References: Private vs. Personal Information
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Personal Data - Wikipedia - Defines personal data and personally identifiable information (PII), explaining which types of information can be used to identify, contact, or locate an individual.
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HTTPS - Wikipedia - Explains how the secure version of the web protocol encrypts data between a browser and a website, including the role of the padlock icon in indicating a secure connection.
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Global Positioning System - Wikipedia - Describes how GPS satellites enable devices to determine precise locations, and how location data from smartphones and tablets raises privacy considerations for users.
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Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology by Diana Graber, HarperCollins Leadership - Covers teaching children about online privacy, the difference between private and shareable information, and building habits that protect personal data.
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It's a Digital World: A Kid's Guide to Internet Safety by Dave Prochnow, Prufrock Press - An age-appropriate guide teaching children about online privacy, safe information sharing, sign-up forms, and recognizing when websites ask for too much personal data.
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Private and Personal Information Lesson - Common Sense Education - A Grade 4 lesson teaching students to distinguish between information that is safe to share online and information that should remain private.
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Privacy and Security Topic - Common Sense Education - A K-8 collection of lessons teaching students to identify personal information, recognize cybersecurity threats, and make informed decisions about online privacy.
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K-5 Family Tips: Privacy and Security - Common Sense Education - Practical privacy tips for elementary families covering sign-up forms, location sharing, protecting private information, and talking to children about online safety.
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Protecting Our Kids' Data Privacy Is Paramount - National Cybersecurity Alliance - An article explaining why children's data privacy matters, how personal information can be misused, and steps families can take to protect kids online.
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Be Internet Awesome: Families - Google - Family resources including interactive tools and downloadable guides that help parents teach children about sharing information safely and recognizing risky sign-up forms.