Social media ban KS2 reading comprehension
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Help children understand the facts behind the UK Government's social media ban proposal and explore a range of perspectives on the debate with this reading comprehension resource.
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- Free printable PDF resource designed for KS2 children to support their understanding and exploration of the social media ban.
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Social media ban KS2 reading comprehension resource
Specifically designed for children in years 4, 5 or 6 of KS2, this reading comprehension investigates the different perspectives being shared around the current social media ban proposal by the UK Government. The resource can be used at any time, to support discussions around social media use or to examine questions about responsibilities when it comes to guiding young people to spend time online or on social media safely.
How to use this resource
This resource can be used in either English of PSHE time for KS2 children, potentially any classes from years 4,5 or 6. The reading comprehension can be used as a whole class activity, group work or as an individual or homework task.
Children read through the newspaper article, answer the questions and complete the challenge writing activity of a letter exploring their own viewpoints on the social media ban proposal from the UK Government.
There is an answer sheet included with marking guidance and a sample writing task response to help self or peer assessment activities.
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A sample extract from this resource:
Government plans social media ban for under-16s
By Jacy Sumner, staff reporter
The UK Government has announced plans to ban children under the age of 16 from using several popular social media platforms. If the proposal becomes law, the new rules could come into force in early 2027.
The planned ban would include apps such as TikTok, Instagram, Snapchat, Facebook, YouTube and X because they allow users to share posts, videos and comments. However, messaging services such as WhatsApp would not be affected.
The Government says the changes are needed to help protect young people from harmful online content. Children can sometimes come across upsetting or dangerous material, including cyberbullying, violent videos, unrealistic images and posts that encourage unhealthy behaviour. Ministers believe that spending less time on social media could improve children's wellbeing and give them more time for hobbies, sport and family life.
