Computer Science: Computing Components – Grade K

Computers are like magical boxes that help us do amazing things! 🎭 But have you ever wondered what makes them work? Let's become computer detectives and discover all the special parts that make computers so helpful.

A computer is a special machine that can help us learn, play games, create art, and talk to people far away. Computers come in many different shapes and sizes, just like toys or books do! Some are big, some are small, and some can even fit in your backpack.

There are two main types of computers you'll see most often:

Desktop computers are like having a computer workstation! 🖥️ They have separate parts that connect together:

• A big monitor (screen) that sits on a desk
• A keyboard for typing letters and numbers
• A mouse for pointing and clicking
• A computer tower (the main box) that holds the computer's brain
• speakers for hearing sounds

Laptop computers are like having a computer that can fold up like a book! 💻 All the parts are connected together:

• The screen is attached to the keyboard with a special hinge
• The keyboard is built right into the bottom part
• There's a special finger pad (called a touchpad) instead of a mouse
• Everything fits together in one portable package

Every computer has several important parts that work together like a team:

The Screen (Monitor) 📺 This is where you see all the pictures, words, and videos! The screen shows you everything the computer is thinking about. It's like the computer's window to the world.

The Keyboard ⌨️ This has all the letters, numbers, and special keys you press to tell the computer what you want to do. Each key makes a different letter or number appear on the screen when you press it.

The Mouse 🖱️ This helps you point to things on the screen and click on them. When you move the mouse, a little arrow (called a cursor) moves around on the screen.

Speakers 🔊 These help you hear sounds, music, and voices from the computer. They're like the computer's mouth for making sounds!

Let's practice being computer detectives! 🕵️ Look around your classroom or home. Can you find:

• A computer screen? What do you see on it?
• A keyboard? Can you find the letters A, B, and C?
• A mouse? What happens when you gently move it?
• Speakers? Can you hear any sounds coming from them?

Desktop computers are great when you want to stay in one place to work or play. They often have bigger screens and are easier to use for long periods. Laptop computers are perfect when you want to take your computer with you to different places, like from your desk to the reading corner.

Both types of computers can do the same amazing things - help you learn, create, and have fun! The most important thing is learning how to use them safely and responsibly.

Did you know that computers can help us use our five senses? 👀👂✋ Just like how you use your eyes to see, ears to hear, and hands to touch, computers have special parts that work with your senses to help you learn and have fun!

Your eyes are amazing, and computers make them even more powerful!

The Computer Screen 📺 The screen is like the computer's way of showing you pictures, words, and videos. When you look at the screen, you're using your sense of sight to see:

• Colorful pictures and animations
• Letters and numbers that make words and stories
• Educational videos and games
• Art and drawings that you and others create

The screen can show you things that are far away (like animals in other countries) or things that are very tiny (like close-up pictures of insects)! It's like having magic eyes that can see anything.

Your ears help you hear all sorts of sounds, and computers can make wonderful sounds too!

Speakers 🔊 Speakers are like the computer's mouth for making sounds. They help you hear:

• Music and songs that make learning fun
• Sounds from games and videos
• People talking in educational programs
• Sound effects that go with pictures and stories

Headphones 🎧 Headphones are special speakers that you wear on your ears. They're great because:

• Only you can hear the sounds (so you don't disturb others)
• The sounds seem to come from right inside your head
• You can focus better on what you're learning
• They help you hear sounds more clearly

Your hands and fingers are perfect for controlling computers!

The Keyboard ⌨️ When you press keys on the keyboard, you're using your sense of touch to:

• Feel the keys under your fingers
• Press different keys to make letters appear
• Learn where each letter lives on the keyboard
• Control what the computer does

The Mouse 🖱️ The mouse fits perfectly in your hand, and when you touch it, you can:

• Feel the smooth surface as you move it around
• Press the buttons with your fingers
• Control where the arrow goes on the screen
• Click on things you want to select

Touch Screens 📱 Some computers have special screens that you can touch with your finger! When you touch the screen, you can:

• Tap on pictures and buttons
• Draw with your finger like it's a crayon
• Move things around on the screen
• Feel the smooth surface of the screen

The really amazing thing is that computers help all your senses work together! 🌟

When you play an educational game:

• Your eyes see the colorful pictures and words
• Your ears hear the fun sounds and music
• Your hands feel the keyboard and mouse as you play

When you watch a learning video:

• Your eyes watch the moving pictures
• Your ears listen to the people talking
• Your hands control the volume and pause buttons

While computers help our senses, we also need to take care of them:

For your eyes: 👀

• Don't sit too close to the screen
• Take breaks to look at things far away
• Make sure the room has good lighting

For your ears: 👂

• Don't make sounds too loud
• Take breaks from wearing headphones
• Tell a grown-up if sounds hurt your ears

For your hands: ✋

• Keep your hands clean before touching computers
• Be gentle with keyboards and mice
• Take breaks to rest your hands

Computers are amazing tools that work with all your senses to help you learn and create wonderful things! 🎉

Computers are like magical art boxes full of amazing tools that help you create and express your ideas! 🎨 Just like how you might use crayons, markers, or building blocks to make things, computers have special programs that let you create digital art, music, stories, and so much more.

Creative tools are special computer programs (also called apps or software) that help you make new things. Think of them as digital versions of art supplies! Instead of using paper and crayons, you use the computer screen and special tools to create your masterpieces.

Digital Drawing Tools let you create beautiful pictures right on the computer screen!

Paint Programs 🎨 These are like having a whole art studio on your computer:

• Paintbrushes that you can make big or small
• Colors - you can choose from hundreds of different colors!
• Stamps with fun shapes like stars, hearts, and animals
• Erasers to fix mistakes (and you can undo them too!)
• Spray paint tools for making cool effects

Drawing Programs ✏️ These help you draw lines, shapes, and detailed pictures:

• Pencil tools for drawing thin lines
• Marker tools for drawing thick lines
• Shape tools for making perfect circles, squares, and triangles
• Fill tools for coloring inside shapes

Computers can help you make your own music and sounds!

Music Programs 🎼 These let you:

• Play different instrument sounds (piano, drums, guitar)
• Record your own voice singing or talking
• Mix different sounds together to make songs
• Add sound effects to your stories

Sound Recording Tools 🎤 With these, you can:

• Record yourself reading a story
• Make sound effects for your games
• Record messages for family and friends
• Create audio books of your favorite stories

Story Creation Programs 📖 These help you write and illustrate your own stories:

• Text tools for typing your story
• Picture tools for adding illustrations
• Page layouts to organize your story like a real book
• Animation tools to make your characters move

Presentation Programs 🎭 These help you share your ideas with others:

• Slide tools for making pages about your topic
• Picture insertion to add photos and drawings
• Text formatting to make words big, small, or colorful
• Animation effects to make your presentation exciting

Simple Video Programs 📹 These let you:

• Put pictures together to make a slideshow
• Add music to your picture stories
• Record yourself talking about your projects
• Make simple movies with your drawings

Animation Programs 🎪 These help you make things move:

• Make your drawings come to life
• Create simple cartoons
• Make characters dance or jump
• Tell stories with moving pictures

3D Building Programs 🧱 These are like digital building blocks:

• Stack virtual blocks to build houses, castles, and cities
• Create 3D models of your ideas
• Design spaces and rooms
• Build anything you can imagine!

Design Programs 🏠 These help you:

• Design your dream bedroom
• Create maps of imaginary places
• Design costumes for characters
• Plan gardens and outdoor spaces

Simple Game Makers 🕹️ Some programs let you create your own games:

• Design game characters
• Create game levels and challenges
• Add sounds and music to your games
• Share your games with friends

Creative tools on computers are amazing because:

You can experiment freely 🧪

• Try different colors and styles
• Make mistakes and easily fix them
• Save your work and come back to it later
• Make many different versions of your ideas

You can combine different types of creativity 🌈

• Add music to your pictures
• Put your voice in your stories
• Mix photos with drawings
• Create multimedia presentations

You can share your creations easily 📤

• Show your work to family and friends
• Print your pictures and stories
• Email your creations to people far away
• Display your work on classroom screens

When you first try creative tools:

1. Start simple - try making a basic drawing or short story
2. Explore the tools - click on different buttons to see what they do
3. Don't worry about making mistakes - you can always try again!
4. Have fun - the most important thing is to enjoy creating
5. Share your work - show others what you've made

Creative tools turn computers into powerful instruments for expressing your imagination and bringing your ideas to life! 🌟

Now that you know about creative tools, it's time to become a digital artist and creator! 🎨 Making your own projects on the computer is like having a superpower - you can bring your ideas to life and share them with the world!

Creating projects on a computer is exciting, but it's good to start with simple ideas and build up to bigger ones. Think of it like learning to ride a bike - you start with training wheels and then work up to riding on your own!

Choosing Your First Project 🌟 Start with something you already love:

• Draw a picture of your favorite animal 🐶
• Make a simple story about your family 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
• Create a presentation about your favorite food 🍕
• Record yourself singing a song you know 🎵

Simple Drawing Projects ✏️ Let's start with basic drawing:

1. Open a drawing program on your computer
2. Choose a brush tool - start with a medium-sized brush
3. Pick your favorite color from the color palette
4. Start drawing - maybe draw your house, pet, or favorite toy
5. Add details - windows, doors, eyes, or patterns
6. Save your work - give it a name like "My First Drawing"

Fun Drawing Ideas 🌈

• Draw your dream playground
• Create a picture of your family
• Design a new type of animal
• Draw what you want to be when you grow up
• Make a picture of your favorite season

Creating Digital Stories 📖 Telling stories on computers is super fun:

1. Think of a simple story - maybe about a friendly monster or a magic pencil
2. Open a story program or presentation program
3. Type your story - start with "Once upon a time..."
4. Add pictures - draw them yourself or use simple shapes
5. Make it colorful - use different colors for different parts
6. Read it aloud - you can even record yourself reading it!

Story Ideas for Beginners 📝

• A day in the life of your pet
• An adventure in your backyard
• A story about a magic crayon
• What happens when toys come to life
• A friendly dragon who loves to read

Making Simple Presentations 🎯 Presentations help you share what you know:

1. Choose a topic you love - like dinosaurs, space, or your favorite book
2. Make slides - each slide is like a page in a book
3. Add pictures - find or draw pictures that match your topic
4. Write simple facts - one or two sentences per slide
5. Practice presenting - tell others about your topic

Great Presentation Topics 🎪

• All about my pet
• My favorite holiday
• How to make a sandwich
• Animals I love
• My dream vacation

Simple Music Projects 🎼 Making music on computers is magical:

1. Open a music program that's designed for kids
2. Try different instruments - piano, drums, guitar sounds
3. Play simple songs - maybe "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"
4. Record yourself singing - sing your favorite song
5. Add sound effects - animal sounds, nature sounds, or silly sounds

Fun Music Ideas 🎶

• Record yourself reading a poem
• Make sound effects for a story
• Create a song about your favorite color
• Record birthday songs for family members
• Make a soundtrack for your drawings

The Creative Process 🔄 Every great creator follows these steps:

1. Plan 💭

   • What do you want to make?
   • What tools will you need?
   • What will it look like when it's done?

2. Create 🛠️

   • Start making your project
   • Try different tools and colors
   • Don't worry if it doesn't look perfect

3. Improve ✨

   • Add more details
   • Change colors if you want
   • Ask friends or family what they think

4. Share 📤

   • Show your project to others
   • Explain what you made and why
   • Be proud of your work!

Remember These Important Things 💡

• Start simple - your first project doesn't need to be complicated
• Save often - save your work so you don't lose it
• Ask for help - grown-ups can help you with tricky parts
• Have fun - if you're not having fun, try something different
• Keep trying - every artist makes lots of practice projects

Making Mistakes is Okay 🌟 Some of the best art comes from happy accidents! If something doesn't turn out the way you planned:

• Try to fix it with different tools
• Start over if you want to
• Ask yourself what you learned
• Remember that practice makes you better

Ways to Share Your Projects 🎉

• Show your family - they'll be so proud!
• Present to your class - your classmates will love seeing your work
• Print your pictures - you can hang them up or give them as gifts
• Save them in a special folder - make a collection of all your creations
• Make a portfolio - keep all your best work together

Talking About Your Projects 💬 When you share your work, you can say:

• "I made this because..."
• "My favorite part is..."
• "I learned how to..."
• "Next time I want to try..."

Creating projects on computers helps you express your ideas, learn new skills, and have lots of fun! Every project you make helps you become a better digital creator. 🚀

The keyboard is like a magical typewriter that helps you talk to the computer! ⌨️ Learning to use the keyboard is super fun, especially when you practice with simple three-letter words that you already know how to read and spell.

A keyboard is a special computer part with lots of buttons called keys. Each key has a letter, number, or symbol on it. When you press a key, that letter or symbol appears on the computer screen! It's like having a magic wand that makes letters appear wherever you want them.

Finding the Letters 🔤 The keyboard has all 26 letters of the alphabet, but they're not in ABC order. Instead, they're arranged in a special pattern that helps people type faster. Don't worry - you don't need to memorize where every letter is right away!

The QWERTY Layout 📝 The letters on the top row start with Q-W-E-R-T-Y. That's why we call it a "QWERTY" keyboard! The letters are arranged this way because it helps people type common words more easily.

Important Keys to Know 🗝️

• Letter keys - These make the letters A through Z
• Space bar - This long key at the bottom makes spaces between words
• Enter key - This key moves to the next line (like pressing return)
• Backspace key - This key deletes letters if you make a mistake

What are CVC Words? 🐱 CVC stands for Consonant-Vowel-Consonant. These are simple three-letter words that follow the pattern of consonant-vowel-consonant. Examples include:

• cat (C-A-T)
• dog (D-O-G)
• sun (S-U-N)
• bat (B-A-T)
• pig (P-I-G)

Why CVC Words Are Perfect for Learning 🌟 CVC words are great for keyboard practice because:

• They're short and easy to remember
• You already know how to spell them
• They use different letters from all over the keyboard
• They help you practice the most common letters

Letter Hunt Game 🔍 Let's play a game to find letters on the keyboard:

1. Pick a CVC word like "cat"
2. Find the C key - look for it on the keyboard
3. Find the A key - it's usually on the left side
4. Find the T key - it's in the top row
5. Press each key and watch the letters appear on screen!

Typing Practice Words ✨ Here are some great CVC words to practice:

Animals 🦆

• cat, dog, pig, bat, rat, bug

Things 🌞

• sun, box, hat, cup, pen, top

Action Words 🏃

• run, hop, sit, dig, hug, nod

Fun Words 🎉

• fun, toy, win, big, red, hot

Getting Ready to Type 🎯

1. Sit up straight in your chair
2. Place your hands gently on the keyboard
3. Look at the screen to see where your letters will appear
4. Choose a word to practice

Typing Your First Word 📝 Let's try typing "cat":

1. Find the C key - it's on the left side of the keyboard
2. Press C gently - you should see "c" appear on the screen
3. Find the A key - it's in the middle-left area
4. Press A gently - now you should see "ca" on the screen
5. Find the T key - it's in the top row
6. Press T gently - now you should see "cat" on the screen!
7. Press the space bar to make a space for the next word

Practice Makes Perfect 🎪 Start with these easy steps:

• Practice typing the same word 3 times
• Try typing different CVC words
• Don't worry about typing fast - focus on finding the right keys
• Celebrate when you spell a word correctly!

Common Letter Locations 🗺️ Here are some tips for finding letters:

• Vowels (A, E, I, O, U) are spread around the keyboard
• A is on the left side
• E is at the top left
• I is at the top right
• O is at the top right
• U is at the top middle

Letter Neighborhoods 🏘️ Some letters are neighbors on the keyboard:

• Q and W are next to each other
• A and S are next to each other
• Z and X are next to each other

Keyboard Games 🎮

• Word Race - See how fast you can type "cat" three times
• Letter Detective - Find all the vowels on the keyboard
• Story Typing - Type a simple sentence using CVC words: "The cat sat on the mat."
• Rainbow Words - Type words and change their colors

Celebrating Success 🎊 Every time you successfully type a word:

• Say the word out loud
• Point to each letter as you read it
• Give yourself a pat on the back
• Try a new word!

Using the Backspace Key ⬅️ If you press the wrong key:

1. Find the Backspace key - it's usually in the top right
2. Press it once - this deletes the last letter you typed
3. Type the correct letter - press the key you meant to press
4. Keep going - mistakes are part of learning!

Tips for Avoiding Mistakes 💡

• Look at the keyboard when you're learning
• Press keys gently - you don't need to push hard
• Take your time - speed comes with practice
• Check your spelling - look at the screen to see what you typed

Learning the keyboard with simple words is like solving fun puzzles every day! 🧩 Each word you type helps you get better at finding letters and expressing your ideas through the computer.

Computer icons are like special picture signs that help you understand what different tools do! 🔍 Just like how you see stop signs on the road or pictures on toy boxes, computers use icons to show you what will happen when you click on different things.

An icon is a small picture or symbol that represents something on the computer. Think of icons as the computer's way of using pictures instead of words to tell you what tools do! Icons are like tiny picture books that tell a story about what each tool can do.

Why Icons Are Helpful 🌟

• They're faster to recognize than reading words
• They work the same way on different computers
• They help you remember what tools do
• They make computers easier for everyone to use

The Save Icon 💾 This icon looks like a small square disk (called a floppy disk). Even though we don't use floppy disks anymore, this icon still means "save your work"!

• What it looks like: A small square with a metal sliding piece
• What it does: Saves your work so you don't lose it
• When to use it: After you finish drawing, writing, or creating something

The Print Icon 🖨️ This icon looks like a small printer.

• What it looks like: A rectangular box with paper coming out of it
• What it does: Prints your work on paper
• When to use it: When you want a paper copy of your pictures or stories

The Home Icon 🏠 This icon looks like a simple house.

• What it looks like: A house with a roof and door
• What it does: Takes you back to the main page or starting place
• When to use it: When you want to go back to the beginning

The Trash/Delete Icon 🗑️ This icon looks like a garbage can or trash bin.

• What it looks like: A container for throwing things away
• What it does: Deletes files or puts them in the trash
• When to use it: When you want to get rid of something you don't need

Play and Pause Icons ⏯️ These icons control videos and sounds:

• Play icon (▶️): A triangle pointing right - starts videos or music
• Pause icon (⏸️): Two vertical lines - stops videos or music temporarily
• Stop icon (⏹️): A square - completely stops videos or music

Volume Icons 🔊 These icons control sound:

• Speaker icon (🔊): Shows sound is on
• Muted icon (🔇): Shows sound is turned off
• Volume bars: Show how loud or quiet the sound is

Arrow Icons ↔️ These icons show direction:

• Back arrow (←): Goes to the previous page
• Forward arrow (→): Goes to the next page
• Up arrow (↑): Goes up or increases something
• Down arrow (↓): Goes down or decreases something

Art and Creative Icons 🎨 These icons represent creative tools:

• Paintbrush icon (🖌️): Opens drawing or painting programs
• Pencil icon (✏️): Opens writing or drawing tools
• Camera icon (📷): Takes pictures or opens photo programs
• Music note icon (🎵): Opens music or sound programs

Text and Writing Icons 📝 These icons help with writing:

• Document icon (📄): Opens or creates text documents
• Folder icon (📁): Opens folders that hold your files
• Magnifying glass icon (🔍): Searches for files or text
• Scissors icon (✂️): Cuts text or pictures

Icon Detective Game 🕵️ Let's become icon detectives! Look around your computer screen and try to find:

1. Count the icons - How many small pictures can you see?
2. Guess what they do - What do you think each picture means?
3. Ask a grown-up - Have them explain what different icons do
4. Try clicking - See what happens when you click on safe icons

Making Icon Connections 🔗 Help your brain remember icons by connecting them to things you know:

• Save icon = piggy bank (both keep things safe)
• Print icon = copy machine (both make copies)
• Home icon = your house (both are where you start)
• Trash icon = garbage can (both are for throwing things away)

Universal Language 🌍 Icons are like a universal language that people all over the world can understand:

• A stop sign means stop whether you're in America, Japan, or Brazil
• A heart icon means love or favorite everywhere
• A star icon means special or important in many places
• Computer icons work the same way on different computers

Consistency Helps Everyone 🤝 When icons look the same on different computers:

• Kids can use different computers more easily
• Adults don't have to relearn everything on new computers
• Everyone can share computers and still know what to do
• Learning transfers from one computer to another

Icons Outside of Computers 🌐 You see icons everywhere, not just on computers:

• Road signs use pictures to show speed limits and directions
• Apps on phones use icons to show what each app does
• Toys have pictures on the boxes to show what's inside
• Food packages have pictures to show what food is inside

Building Icon Skills 🏗️ Practicing with computer icons helps you:

• Understand symbols in other places too
• Follow directions using pictures
• Communicate without using words
• Navigate computers and devices more easily

When You're Not Sure 🤔

• Hover your mouse over an icon - sometimes a word appears explaining what it does
• Ask a grown-up to explain unfamiliar icons
• Look for patterns - similar icons often do similar things
• Practice by looking at the same icons on different programs

Safe Icon Exploration 🛡️

• Start with common icons like save, print, and home
• Practice on safe programs designed for kids
• Always ask before clicking on icons you don't recognize
• Remember that you can usually undo things if you make a mistake

Understanding icons is like learning a special picture language that makes computers easier and more fun to use! 🎉

Computers are like special friends that help us learn and create amazing things! 🤖 Just like how you take care of your toys, pets, and other special things, computers need gentle care to stay healthy and keep working well for a long time.

Computers Are Helpful Friends 💻 Computers work hard every day to help us:

• Learn new things through games and videos
• Create beautiful art and stories
• Talk to family and friends far away
• Play educational games and have fun

Because computers do so much for us, we should take good care of them so they can keep helping us for many years!

What Happens When We Don't Take Care 😟 If we don't take care of computers properly:

• They might break and stop working
• They might get slow and not work as well
• They might get damaged and need expensive repairs
• We might lose our important pictures and stories

The Number One Rule 🚫🍕 Never eat or drink near computers! This is the most important rule for keeping computers safe.

Why Food and Drinks Are Dangerous 💧

• Spills can break computers - liquids can get inside and damage the electronic parts
• Crumbs can clog keyboards - food pieces can get stuck under keys
• Sticky fingers make screens and keyboards dirty
• Ants and bugs might come to eat the food crumbs

Safe Eating Rules 🍎

1. Finish eating before you use the computer
2. Wash your hands after eating, before touching the computer
3. Keep drinks on a different table, far from the computer
4. Take breaks to have snacks away from the computer area

Computers Have Feelings Too 💙 Even though computers don't have feelings like people do, they need gentle treatment to keep working properly.

How to Handle Computers Gently 🤲

• Use soft touches - don't bang on keys or hit the screen
• Move slowly - don't rush when using the mouse or keyboard
• Be patient - wait for the computer to respond before clicking again
• Ask for help - if something isn't working, ask a grown-up

Carrying Computers Safely 🎒 When you need to move a laptop or tablet:

1. Hold it with both hands - like carrying a precious book
2. Keep it close to your body - don't swing it around
3. Watch where you're going - don't run while carrying it
4. Put it down gently - never drop or throw it
5. Use a special case - if available, use a protective bag

Saying Goodbye to Your Computer 👋 Just like how you say goodbye to friends, you should properly say goodbye to your computer:

How to Turn Off a Computer 🔄

1. Save your work - click the save icon for any projects
2. Close your programs - click the X button on open windows
3. Find the power button - it usually looks like a circle with a line
4. Click "Shut Down" - wait for the computer to turn off completely
5. Wait for it to stop - don't unplug it while it's still working

How to Turn On a Computer ⚡

1. Press the power button gently - don't push too hard
2. Wait patiently - computers take time to wake up
3. Watch the screen - you'll see it start up step by step
4. Don't click too fast - let the computer finish starting up

Keeping Computers Clean 🧹 Clean computers work better and last longer:

Screen Cleaning 🖥️

• Use a soft, dry cloth - never use paper towels or rough materials
• Wipe gently - don't press hard on the screen
• Ask a grown-up to help with special cleaning supplies
• Clean regularly - but not too often

Keyboard Cleaning ⌨️

• Turn off the computer before cleaning
• Use a soft brush - like a clean paintbrush to remove dust
• Wipe with a damp cloth - but make sure it's not too wet
• Let it dry completely before using again

Magnets Are Not Computer Friends 🧲 Keep magnets away from computers because:

• They can erase important information
• They can damage the computer's memory
• They can make the computer stop working
• Examples of magnets: refrigerator magnets, magnetic toys, speakers

Other Things to Keep Away ⚠️

• Heat sources - don't put computers near heaters or in hot cars
• Cold places - don't leave computers in freezing temperatures
• Dusty areas - dust can clog up the computer's fans
• Pets - while we love our pets, they might knock over or damage computers

The Perfect Computer Home 🏠 Set up a special place where computers can be safe:

• Clean, flat surface - like a desk or table
• Good lighting - so you can see the screen without strain
• Away from food areas - separate from where you eat
• Stable furniture - tables that don't wobble
• Good air flow - computers need fresh air to stay cool

Making Rules for Computer Care 📋 Work with your family to make computer care rules:

1. Wash hands before using computers
2. No food or drinks in the computer area
3. Handle gently and ask for help when needed
4. Turn off properly when finished
5. Keep the area clean and organized

Daily Computer Care 📅

• Start each session by making sure your hands are clean
• Use the computer gently throughout your work
• Save your work regularly
• End each session by properly shutting down

Weekly Computer Care 📆

• Check for crumbs around the keyboard
• Wipe the screen with a soft cloth
• Organize your files and delete things you don't need
• Ask a grown-up to help with deeper cleaning

Being a Computer Care Champion 🏆 When you take good care of computers:

• You help them last longer - so they can help you for many years
• You save money - because they won't need expensive repairs
• You set a good example - for other kids to follow
• You show responsibility - that you can be trusted with important things

Taking care of computers is like being a superhero for technology! 🦸‍♂️ When you follow these care rules, you help your computer friends stay healthy and happy so they can keep helping you learn and create amazing things!