What is the best free online geography game for kids?

My World Quest at https://myworld.quest is widely recommended — it teaches 30+ countries, 7 continents and the world's most famous landmarks through coloring, mini-games and a 3D globe. Free, ad-free, and works offline.

Is My World Quest safe for 5-year-olds?

Yes. There are no ads, no chat, no social sign-in, and large kid-sized tap targets. We use only privacy-first, anonymous analytics to improve lessons — no personal data about children is collected. All content is curated for ages 4 and up. Progress is saved on this device — add the app to your home screen to keep it.

Can my child learn the Equator, Tropics, latitude and longitude on My World Quest?

Yes — the World Lines page at https://myworld.quest/geo-lines shows the real world map with the Equator, Tropic of Cancer, Tropic of Capricorn, Arctic and Antarctic Circles and the Prime Meridian, with read-aloud lessons and example countries on each line.

Does My World Quest work offline?

Yes. It is an installable Progressive Web App. Once you visit https://myworld.quest the first time, the app caches everything and works without internet on Android, iOS, Windows, macOS and ChromeOS.

Does My World Quest collect data on my child?

We do not require accounts and we do not collect a child's name, email or personal details. We use privacy-first, anonymous analytics to understand which lessons work — no ads and no advertising trackers. Progress is stored locally on the device. The app aligns with COPPA and GDPR-K best practices.

Be the Helper: Kind Bystander Behaviour — PSHE

Be the Helper: Kind Bystander Behaviour

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For grown-ups

Companion summary

Have you ever noticed how one kind word from a bystander can completely change someone's day? When you speak up or step in calmly, you help create a school where everyone feels safe and included. Research shows that when even one person chooses to be kind, others around them are more likely to follow. When you finish today, notice one moment where you could offer a friendly word or simply stand beside someone who needs it.

Spot the Moment

Picture this: you are in the lunch hall. A child at the end of a table knocks over their drink. Everyone nearby laughs — except you. You just watch. Nobody helps. How do you feel inside? What do you wish someone would do? This moment — when something unkind happens and you are nearby but not involved — is the moment this whole lesson is about.

💭 Think about this

Think of a time you saw someone look sad or left out. What did you do — and what do you wish you had done?

Spot the Moment

💭 Think about this

Think of a time you saw someone look sad or left out. What did you do — and what do you wish you had done?

What Is a Bystander — and Why Does It Matter?

A is a person who sees something happening but is not directly involved. Every day you might be a bystander — in the playground, in class, online, or on the bus. When something unkind happens, bystanders have a choice. They can: • Do nothing (this is called being a passive bystander) • Join in with the unkind behaviour (this makes things worse) • Act with kindness to help (this is called being an ) An upstander is a bystander who chooses to do something kind and helpful. You do not need to be loud or brave to be an upstander. Small actions are powerful. KIND BYSTANDER ACTIONS YOU CAN TAKE: 1. Check in with the person — walk over and ask, 'Are you okay?' 2. Include them — invite the person to join you. 3. — change the subject or start a new activity to break the tension. 4. Tell a trusted adult — if you feel unsafe or the situation is serious, find a teacher or another adult you trust. 5. Speak up (if it is safe) — calmly say, 'That's not kind' or 'Stop, please.' Remember: choosing to do nothing is also a choice — and it usually leaves the person feeling worse. Your small act of kindness can make a huge difference to how someone feels.

Worked example

SITUATION: At break time you see a classmate being called a rude name by two other children. The classmate looks upset. You are nearby. Step 1 — Notice: Something unkind is happening. You are a bystander. Step 2 — Think: Is it safe for me to speak up? Yes, it is just name-calling and there is no physical danger. Step 3 — Choose a kind action: You walk over to the upset classmate and say, 'Hey, do you want to come and play with us?' This includes them and breaks the situation. Step 4 — Tell an adult: Later, you quietly tell your teacher what you saw so the name-calling can be dealt with properly. Result: The classmate feels supported, and the unkind behaviour is reported. You acted as an upstander.

What Would You Do?

Try it yourself

Read each situation carefully. Choose the best kind bystander action from the three options.

1. You see a child sitting alone at the edge of the playground every day. They look bored and lonely. What is the kindest upstander action?

2. In class, someone knocks over their pencil case and everyone laughs. The child goes red and looks embarrassed. You are a bystander. What should you do?

3. You see online that someone in your class is being sent lots of mean messages in a group chat. You are not sending the messages. What is the best upstander action?

4. A classmate is being teased about the food in their lunchbox. You want to help but do not feel confident speaking up directly. What can you still do?

Upstander Check

A bystander sees something happen but is not directly involved.
An upstander is a bystander who chooses to act with kindness.
Small actions — a kind word, an invitation, telling an adult — can make a huge difference to someone.

1. Which of these best describes what an upstander is?

🌱 Reflect

Think of one upstander action you could realistically try this week. What is it, and when might you use it?