Being informed is more than knowing facts — it’s about helping young people learn to question, analyze, and make sense of the information they encounter every day. In a world where news, opinions, algorithms, and misinformation are everywhere, our kids need the skills to pause, think, and investigate before deciding what to trust. When children learn how to verify sources, recognize bias, and cross-check claims, they’re not just building academic skills — they’re developing the habits they need to stay safe online and grow into thoughtful, responsible citizens.
This week, we’re highlighting the Informed skill from Common Sense Education’s Digital Citizenship curriculum. At home, you can support this by talking with your child about what they see online, asking questions together, and modeling how to slow down and check whether information is trustworthy.
Because when children learn to be informed, they become safer, smarter, and more empowered citizens. https://cnyns.org/4p5IyJ9Links to an external site.