Momo

 

There are lots of learning opportunities that come with the effective use of technology but we also need to acknowledge the dangers. One of the e-safety concerns that is out there and some of our children may have seen online is Momo Challenge.

Momo Challenge is the latest in a series of chain-letter viral stories. It?s arresting because of the disturbing image that represents the Momo character. The image comes from Midori Hayashi, a Japanese doll artist not associated with the game.
Players who want to take part search online for a number to text or Whatsapp. Once they have sent the first message they get replies including challenges to commit self-harm or suicide as well as grotesque images.

The image and the ghoulish story that accompanies it may well distress children and parents should be aware of its existence. Children will encounter the story in the playground, but also in YouTube videos and user-created content in video games like Minecraft and Roblox.

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