Second-grade students from First Primary School Čakovec recently took part in an engaging and educational challenge titled “Secret Password for Online Safety”. This interactive workshop aimed to teach young learners about the importance of strong passwords and how to create and use them securely in their daily online activities.
Through a series of three carefully designed tasks, students explored key aspects of digital security. They first worked on assembling words into meaningful sentences, reinforcing their understanding of safe online behavior. Next, they tackled an ordering challenge, arranging elements in the correct sequence to highlight best practices for password protection. In the final task, they analyzed different online scenarios, identifying which ones represented safe and responsible digital interactions.
Each successfully completed task rewarded them with a piece of a secret code, progressively leading them toward their final goal. By the end of the workshop, they connected all the pieces to form a strong password—demonstrating their newly acquired knowledge in a fun and memorable way.
The workshop was designed to encourage teamwork, with students working in pairs to collaborate and support each other. This approach not only strengthened their problem-solving skills but also emphasized the importance of shared responsibility in maintaining online safety. As a special recognition, the two fastest pairs received certificates for successfully and quickly completing the challenge.
Beyond the excitement of the game, this activity provided students with essential skills to navigate the digital world safely. By combining learning with play, the challenge ensured that young learners absorbed crucial lessons on protecting personal data and developing strong, memorable passwords—key skills for responsible digital citizenship.
