Contribute to a hashtag
Create a drawing, photo, or short video about something positive, write a short caption, and ask an adult to post it with the hashtag.
Step-by-step guide to create and share a positive post using a hashtag
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Step 1
Gather your materials and find a comfy clean workspace to make or take your creation.
Step 2
Think of one positive thing you want to share like a kind act a favorite happy place or something that makes you smile.
Step 3
Choose whether you will make a drawing take a photo or record a short video about that positive thing.
Step 4
Create your drawing or set up and take your photo or record your short video.
Step 5
Add bright colors stickers or simple edits to make your creation look cheerful and clear.
Step 6
Write a short caption that explains your positive message in one or two sentences.
Step 7
Add the hashtag you were asked to use at the end of your caption.
Step 8
Show your creation and caption to an adult and ask them to check it.
Step 9
Ask the adult to post your creation online using the hashtag you added.
Step 10
Help the adult by showing where the file is or handing them the physical drawing so they can post it.
Step 11
Share your finished creation on DIY.org.
Final steps
You're almost there! Complete all the steps, bring your creation to life, post it, and conquer the challenge!
Help!?
What can we use if we don't have stickers, colored markers, or a camera?
If you don't have stickers, markers, or a camera, use cut-out colored paper or crayons to add bright colors in step 5 and use a parent's smartphone to follow step 4 to take your photo or record your short video.
What should we do if the adult can't find the photo or video file to post?
If the adult can't find the file, save the image or video to the device's Photos or a clearly named folder and then physically show them the file location as suggested in 'Help the adult by showing where the file is' so they can post it.
How can this activity be changed for younger or older kids?
For younger kids pick a simple drawing and have an adult handle steps 7–9 (checking, posting, and sharing on DIY.org), while older kids can record and edit a short video in step 4–5 and write a slightly longer, thoughtful caption in step 6.
How can we make our submission more special or creative?
To personalize your creation, add props or a colorful background when you 'set up and take your photo' in step 4, use extra stickers or simple edits from step 5, and consider making a themed series of positive things before sharing on DIY.org.
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Facts about digital citizenship and online safety for kids
#️⃣ Hashtags were first proposed for Twitter in 2007 by web developer Chris Messina.
✨ Short captions with an emoji are eye-catching — and emojis make captions extra fun for kids!
🌍 A single catchy positive hashtag can connect people across countries in just a few hours.
📸 Posts with photos or videos usually get much more attention than text-only posts, so your picture can really shine!
🧑🤝🧑 Many platforms require users to be 13+, so asking an adult to post helps keep kids safe and follow the rules.
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