Digital Footprints Cards: Free Printable Card Set for Year 2
Digital Footprints Cards is a free printable card set for Year 2 (ages 6 to 7), in Key Stage 1. What we do online can stay online. It comes from the Mini Minds Hub, a growing library of free printables from Jaques of London, the British games and toy company that has been making games for families since 1795.
It is two A4 pages. Page 1 is the activity for children. Page 2 is for the grown-up: it has notes on how to use the sheet, help for children who find it hard, and a stretch idea. Print it at home or in the classroom. Black and white printing works well.
What is on the sheet
This card set includes cards to cut out and use.
A look at what children will meet:
- A photo you post can stay online for a long time.
- Words you type can be seen by other people.
- Ask a grown-up before you share a photo.
- Keep your full name, address and school private.
- Your password is a secret.
- Be kind. Your words can hurt.
- Think before you post.
- If something upsets you, tell a grown-up.
Who this is for
Year 2 (ages 6 to 7) in Key Stage 1.
Key Stage 1 covers Years 1 and 2, ages 5 to 7. Children are building secure foundations in reading, writing and number, and short playful practice at home helps those foundations stick. Use it at home, in class, on a rainy afternoon or at a family gathering.
What children practise
- Online safety
- Thinking ahead
- Talking
Children learn that what they share online can stay there, and how to stay safe.
Learning focus and curriculum link
Subject: Computing. Key stage: Key Stage 1. It supports the subject at this level through short, focused practice.
This sheet is a practice and play activity. It supports classroom learning and is not a replacement for it.
How to use it
- Print both pages. Page 1 is for the child. Keep page 2 for the grown-up.
- Read each card aloud and ask: have you ever seen this happen? Talk about it. Takes about 15 minutes. Use a toy or a pretend device if you prefer.
- Work through the activity together the first time. Talk about each choice.
- Check against the notes on page 2.
- Come back to it another day. Repeating a familiar activity builds confidence.
If it feels too hard
Choose just three cards to talk about. Use the words 'ask first' and 'tell a grown-up' as a simple rule.
To stretch confident children
Ask children to make their own poster or rule for staying safe online, using words from the cards.
Make it a game
Sort the cards into two piles: things we do and things we never do. Check the piles with a grown-up.
Tips for parents and teachers
- Print on plain A4 paper. Black and white printing works too.
- Work through it together the first time, then let children try alone.
- Praise effort and thinking, not only correct answers.
A screen-free computing activity for Year 2
Children spend a lot of time on screens. This is a screen-free computing activity that needs only paper and a pencil. It works as quiet time after school, a rainy day activity, a holiday boredom buster or a calm moment before bed. Screen-free learning gives eyes a rest and gets children talking, thinking and writing by hand.
Free computing resources for teachers
Teachers can use this card set as a starter, a plenary, an early finisher task, a supply teacher resource, a homework task or a table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing. The learning focus and skills are listed above so you can match it to your planning, and page 2 gives support and stretch ideas for mixed ability groups.
Computing ideas for parents at home
You do not need to be a teacher to use this. Read the sheet through, sit with your child for the first go and let them lead. Short bursts of ten to fifteen minutes work better than long sessions. If you are looking for free computing worksheets for Year 2, or simple home learning for the weekend or school holidays, this is a good place to start.
Home education and tutoring
Home educators and tutors can print this as part of a wider computing plan. It pairs well with books, outdoor play and everyday talk. Because the sheet is free and printable, you can use it again for brothers and sisters or for revision a few weeks later.
Why it helps children learn
Hands-on, paper based activities slow learning down in a good way. Children read carefully, think before they answer and see their own progress on the page. Games and challenges add a reason to keep going. That mix of play and practice is why printable activities like this are popular with parents, teachers and home educators.
Frequently asked questions
What age is Digital Footprints Cards for?
It is written for Year 2 (ages 6 to 7), in Key Stage 1.
What will children practise?
Children learn that what they share online can stay there, and how to stay safe.
How do I use it?
Read each card aloud and ask: have you ever seen this happen? Talk about it. Takes about 15 minutes. Use a toy or a pretend device if you prefer.
What if it feels too hard?
Choose just three cards to talk about. Use the words 'ask first' and 'tell a grown-up' as a simple rule.
Is it free?
Yes. It is free to print for home and classroom use.
Is Digital Footprints Cards suitable for teachers to use in class?
Yes. Teachers can use it as a starter, plenary, early finisher task, homework or table activity. It needs no preparation beyond printing.
Is this a screen-free activity?
Yes. It is a screen-free printable that needs only paper and a pencil, so it works well for quiet time, rainy days and school holidays.
Can I use it for home education?
Yes. Home educators and tutors can use it on its own or as part of a wider plan. It is free to print again for brothers, sisters or revision.
How long does it take?
Most children finish page 1 in 10 to 20 minutes. The notes on page 2 suggest ways to make it shorter or longer.
Do I need to print in colour?
No. It prints well in black and white on plain A4 paper.
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