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Walk beside Little Red Riding Hood as she discovers the value of WiFi4EU to stay connected, new security rules that protect her privacy and the importance of universal connectivity and online safety when meeting strangers along the way.

With this educational role-game your students will take on the roles of shepherds, hunters, nature conservationists or local politicians and work together to find sustainable solutions for coexisting with wolves. As they navigate different viewpoints, your pupils will learn to understand others’ interests and motivations, strengthen their communication and negotiation skills, and discover more about wolf biology. A dynamic classroom experience for students aged 15 and above, that brings dialogue, empathy, and collaboration to life!

Ready to become a democracy champion? Dive into our interactive guide for children aged 9–13, co-created with members of the EU Children’s Participation Platform. As we recently celebrated International Education Day, themed “The power of youth in co-creating education,” this toolkit invites children to discover how democracy works through engaging activities — from spotting misinformation to writing an Environmental Bill of Rights and creating their own advocacy materials — so they can take action at school or in their community

The winners of the Juvenes Translatores contest have been revealed! Young language lovers from across Europe impressed European Commission translators with their skills, translating between the EU’s 24 official languages. The winners, one per Member State, will be invited to Brussels to celebrate Europe’s linguistic diversity together. Challenge your students with this year’s contest texts!

10 February marked Safer Internet Day 2026, highlighting the importance of safer, smarter online experiences for children and teens. This family-friendly booklet on the European Commission’s guidelines to protect minors under the Digital Services Act offers valuable insights. Explore how platforms can support safety, privacy, reporting, and parental tools, empowering young people to enjoy the internet with confidence and security.

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Watch our revisited Snow White tale, in a world where the EU’s Digital Decade goals for 2030 have been met. Everyone enjoys fast Internet, secure digital IDs, and safe, intelligent technology. In this connected world, Snow White studies online, opens a digital bank account, and watches her favorite films with ease. When trouble strikes, digital innovation steps in as e-Health and emergency services act swiftly to protect lives. The dwarfs use AI and digital twins to make their mining greener, safer, and more efficient. And the Queen discovers that true power lies in connectivity and trust, not in magic.

Society needs active citizens who can shape the world they want to live in. Yet inspiring children and teenagers to engage with politics and European values can be challenging. Do you want to equip your students with a solid understanding of how the European Union works? Do you want to strengthen European democracy and promote European values? Then why not apply to the latest Erasmus+ Jean Monnet Actions call? These actions are specifically designed for teachers and schools to nurture the next generation of active, informed, and EU-savvy citizens. These initiatives are part of the latest 2026 Erasmus+ funding call: https://eurlex.europa.eu/eli/C/2025/6080/oj Find out more!

As the festive season approaches, chocolate may find its way into our homes with its indulgent flavours. But chocolate can vary widely in composition, depending on where it’s produced. So what if you had to decide what can be called “chocolate”? Invite your secondary pupils to debate, negotiate and define Europe’s sweetest piece of legislation – the Chocolate Directive – with our role-play game. As members of different EU institutions, they will discover how rules are made, how compromises take shape, and how even a simple chocolate bar can spark major political questions.

Last September, the European Commission called children and teens to fill in an online survey on cyberbullying. Over 6,300 children aged 12-17 from across the EU shared their views. Discover their ideas, their calls for action, and what schools can do to make the internet a safer place for everyone.

As the year draws to a close, the Learning Corner team would like to thank you for your commitment, helping young people understand the world around them – and shape the one ahead. During these very last school days before the festive break, you may have a moment to step back and explore issues with a different angle or format. Why not delve into some of our quizzes, board games or role play activities for a more relaxed but still instructive session with your students?

Travel through time and rediscover how Europe came to be! This seven-episode video series takes you from the 1950s to today, highlighting the events, challenges, and triumphs that shaped the European Union. With subtitles in 24 languages, it’s the perfect resource to bring EU history in every classroom.

How fair is life for children across Europe? The European Union wants to know from the children themselves. Through this new child-friendly survey on poverty and social inclusion, every young person in Europe can share their experience and ideas and help shape a fairer Europe for all. Open until 8 December 2025 in all EU languages. Children, teachers, and youth organisations are encouraged to take part and spread the word, because every voice counts when building a more inclusive Europe.

Do you want to learn about Europe while having fun? The EU Puzzle lets children explore the countries and languages of the European Union in a playful way. In the easy mode, players recognise and place each EU country on the map; in the difficult mode, they match the word “hello” in 24 languages with the correct country. Bright visuals, friendly animal guides, and lively animations make this interactive puzzle a favourite for classrooms and families alike. You can also print a giant map of Europe to colour in and bring geography lessons to life.

In March 2026, students and teachers from across the continent will gather in Brussels for Your Europe, Your Say!, the European Economic and Social Committee’s annual youth event. Two days of ideas, debate and collaboration – where young voices inspire real change. Applications open until 30 November 2025. Ready to shape Europe’s future?

The United Nation’s 30th Climate Change Conference (COP30) is on the horizon. This November, the world’s eyes will turn to Belém, Brazil, so why not turn your students’ attention there, too? We offer three ready-to-use resources to help teachers bring climate action into class. These tools make global negotiations tangible and help students see how their everyday choices matter. Try them out now and make COP30 a classroom moment to remember.

Cast your imagination back to a time long ago and discover the story of Pegasus, the winged horse, and his endeavour to reunite a continent torn apart by war. How will Pegasus and his friend Dove persuade the people to embrace harmony and cooperation once more? The answer may surprise you. Dive into this enchanting and accessible tale, which doubles as an analogy for the story of the European Union. This audiobook is downloadable in all 24 official EU languages.

The world of the internet is a wonderful and strange land! It has many fascinating places, interesting inhabitants, fun and games, and information. But be careful – it also has some dangerous areas that you should avoid. Available in all EU languages, this guide helps children between 7 and 13 years old to safely enter the online world.

What is the main purpose of Schengen? What year was the Schengen agreement signed? Take the quiz and discover how much your students really know about the Schengen agreement! This interactive activity is a fun and educational way to spark classroom discussions on European mobility, borders, and cooperation