{"id":3970,"date":"2024-03-19T17:30:16","date_gmt":"2024-03-19T22:30:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/it.rutgers.edu\/information-security\/?page_id=3970"},"modified":"2026-06-05T08:37:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T13:37:36","slug":"cybersecurity-safety-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/it.rutgers.edu\/information-security\/cybersecurity-safety-for-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Cybersecurity safety for kids"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Cybersecurity Safety for Kids<\/h1>\n\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t

Featuring resources and fun activities to get the whole family involved in cybersecurity<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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The OIT-Information Security Office encourages kids of all ages to develop their cybersecurity knowledge and skills through a series of openly sourced educational content, including fun workbooks, videos, games, and coding exercises.<\/p>\n

The content provided below is recommended for children in kindergarten through 12th<\/sup>\u00a0grade.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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\n Cybersecurity and STEM resources for kids <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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Please note that the suggested resources below will direct you to webpages outside of Rutgers. To report a broken link, please contact the\u00a0Information Security Compliance and Training team<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n <\/div>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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\n For grades K-6 or all ages <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tKnowBe4 Cybersecurity Activity Kit<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Dive into awesome games like Password Zapper and cool Roblox adventures or color your way to cyber safety with KnowBe4\u2019s Security Cat activity book! Great for grades K-5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tCybersecurity Lab<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Embark on a thrilling mission and take cybersecurity into your own hands! Defend a company by crafting code, cracking passwords, and defeating hackers. Great for grades 5-8.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tNJCCIC Cybersecurity E-Learning for Students<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Students of every age can explore this collection of resources designed to promote cybersecurity in a fun and exciting way, igniting their passion for technology! Great for all ages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tHour of Code<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Learn computer science and coding skills with these fun online games and activities hosted by Hour of Code! Great for all ages.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tCyberOrg Cyber Safety Video Series<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

CYBER.ORG and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA<\/strong><\/a>) partnered to produce this Cyber Safety Series to highlight some common potential threats you\u2019re likely to face online and what you can do to make sure you stay safe!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tGoogle Interland<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Google promotes \u201cbeing Internet awesome\u201d through a fun and interactive game that puts the key lessons of digital safety into hands-on practice with four challenging games. Best for grades 3+.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tCIAS K-5 STEM Worksheets<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

The University of Texas at San Antonio\u2019s Center for Infrastructure Assurance & Security offers free activity sheets introducing various STEM topics like cryptography, mathematics, and pattern recognition. Great for grades K-5.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tGoogle Space Shelter<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Navigate your ship safely across the galaxy while learning how to safely browse the web! Answer cybersecurity questions and solve puzzles to successfully complete your journey. Best for grades 3+.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n For grades 6-12 <\/h2>\n<\/div>\n
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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tFBI: Safe Online Surfing<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Learn safe web browsing skills by exploring maps and earning coins! Hunt down characters and answer questions correctly to proceed through the map. Great for grades 3-8.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tOver the Wire: Capture the Flag Games<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Do you have foundational knowledge of command line and SSH? Try Capture the Flag-style simulations that teach hacking concepts. Best for grades 8-12 and college students with knowledge of networking and Linux. (Higher Difficulty, Coding)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tDoD Cyber Challenge<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Think you have what it takes to protect, defend, analyze, and strike down potential threats? This unique game challenges your critical thinking skills as you build up your organization\u2019s defenses and thwart attempts to access your system. Great for grades 8-12.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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\n <\/i>\n\t\t\t\t\tTryHackMe<\/h3>\n\n<\/div>\n

Learn how attackers break down defenses and defend against attempts by following structured paths in a real-world environment! Develop command skills with guided, objective-based tasks in a virtual environment. Best for grades 8+. (Higher Difficulty, Coding)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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