References: Passwords, Clickbait, and Staying Safe Online
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Password - Wikipedia - Covers the history and purpose of passwords, best practices for creating strong passwords, common weaknesses in password selection, and the evolution of authentication methods.
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Phishing - Wikipedia - Explains how phishing attacks work, including fake emails and websites designed to steal passwords and personal information, and strategies for recognizing and avoiding them.
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HTTP Cookie - Wikipedia - Describes how websites use small text files called cookies to store information about visitors, including how cookies enable both helpful features and data tracking for advertising.
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Cyber Smart: Five Habits to Protect Your Family Online by Bart R. McDonough, Wiley - A family-friendly guide covering password creation, two-factor authentication, recognizing scams, and building daily cybersecurity habits that children and adults can practice together.
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Digital Citizenship in Schools by Mike Ribble, ISTE - Provides educators with a comprehensive framework for teaching safe, ethical, and responsible technology use, including lessons on account security, online scams, and data privacy.
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Password Power-Up Lesson - Common Sense Education - A lesson teaching students to define passwords, understand why strong passwords matter, and practice creating memorable yet secure passwords and passphrases.
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Cybersecurity Lessons for Grades K-8 - Common Sense Education - A curated collection of age-appropriate lessons covering passwords, phishing, data tracking, and online scams designed to build practical cybersecurity awareness in young students.
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K-12 Cybersecurity: Keep Kids Secure from Kindergarten to Graduation - National Cybersecurity Alliance - Practical strategies for teaching the "Core 4" cybersecurity habits: strong passwords, multi-factor authentication, software updates, and recognizing phishing.
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A Teacher's Guide to Student Online Safety - National Cybersecurity Alliance - A guide for educators covering classroom strategies for teaching students about clickbait, online scams, data privacy, and safe browsing habits.
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Interland: Play Your Way to Internet Awesome - Google Be Internet Awesome - An interactive game where kids practice spotting phishing, creating strong passwords, and making safe choices online through four adventure-themed challenges.