💻 TechnologyLevel 1Lesson 9
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Turn Devices On and Off Safely

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Learning Objectives

  • 1Follow the correct steps to turn a device on and off safely
  • 2Explain why each step matters
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Mini Lesson

Devices like tablets, laptops, and computers need to be treated with care — even when you are simply switching them on or off! Doing it the right way keeps the device safe and makes sure your work is never lost.

Step 1 — Ask an adult first

  • Always ask a parent, guardian, or trusted grown-up before picking up or starting a device.
  • Adults make sure the device is charged, in good condition, and that it is the right time to use it.

Step 2 — Handle with clean, dry hands

  • Wash and dry your hands before touching a device.
  • Water and dirt can damage screens and openings such as charging ports.

Step 3 — Turn on or use the device

  • Press the power button gently — do not press hard or hold it too long.
  • Place the device on a flat, stable surface so it will not fall.

Step 4 — Shut down properly before putting away

  • Always use the correct shut-down or power-off menu — never just yank out the cable or flip the power strip.
  • A proper shutdown saves your work and protects the device's memory.
  • Place the device back in its case or charging station so it is ready for next time.
Four steps for using a device safelyFour numbered steps stacked vertically with arrows: 1 Ask an adult, 2 Clean dry hands, 3 Turn on and use, 4 Shut down and put away.1Ask an adult firstGet permission before touching the device2Clean, dry handsWash hands before touching the screen3Turn on and usePress power gently — place on a flat surface4Shut down and put awayUse the menu — never pull the cable out
The four safe-device steps — ask an adult, clean hands, turn on and use, shut down and put away — shown as a numbered pipeline.
Safe device habits versus unsafe device habitsTwo columns. Left shows safe habits with green check marks. Right shows unsafe habits with red crosses.Safe habitsAsk permission firstWash & dry handsUse power-off menuPlace in charging caseUnsafe habitsGrab device without askingTouch with wet or dirty handsPull out cable to turn offLeave device on the floorSafe habits protect the device and your work.
Safe device habits (ask permission, wash hands, use power-off menu, place in case) compared with unsafe habits.
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Ask yourself: "Did I ask first? Are my hands clean? Did I shut down properly before putting the device away?

Vocabulary
Device
A small machine like a tablet, laptop, or phonee.g. I asked an adult before picking up the device.
Power button
The button used to turn a device on or offe.g. I gently pressed the power button to start the tablet.
Shut down
To safely turn a device off so your work is savede.g. Always shut down before you put the laptop away.
Permission
When a grown-up says yes you may do somethinge.g. I asked permission before opening the laptop.
Charging port
The opening where the cable plugs in to charge a devicee.g. I keep the charging port clean and dry.
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