The Stranger Behind the Screen
Rhema Sophia learns an important online safety lesson: not everyone online is who they say they are. When a mysterious Unknown Player starts asking personal questions like where she lives, what school she attends, and whether she can send a photo, Byte steps in to help her spot the red flags. With help from Byte and The Narrator, Rhema Sophia learns that online strangers are still strangers, even if they seem friendly.
For parents and teachers
The Stranger Behind the Screen: Online strangers
For kids ages 4 to 12. Watch together, then use these to keep the conversation going.
What your child learns
Not everyone online is who they say they are.
People you only know online are still strangers.
Tell a trusted adult if someone online makes you feel uncomfortable.
Talk about it
How can you tell if someone online is really who they say they are?
What would you do if an online friend asked to keep a secret?
Who would you tell if a message made you feel worried?
Try this at home
Agree that your child can always tell you about an online message without getting in trouble.
Review who can message your child in the games and apps they use.
Teaching this in class? See Digital Defender for schools · Internet safety for kids, the full guide