K-12 and Beyond
A Decade of Play, Purpose, and Protection
For 10 years, Cyber Threat Defender (CTD) has transformed cybersecurity concepts into an engaging tabletop experience. What began as a simple idea—teach network defense through play—has evolved into the CIAS K-12 Cyber Journey Program, inspiring students from elementary through high school to think like cyber defenders.
Used in classrooms, STEM programs, clubs, and homes around the world, our cybersecurity games have introduced thousands to cybersecurity. As we celebrate a decade of impact, we’re proud that a simple card game has sparked curiosity, built confidence, and inspired the next generation of cyber-savvy leaders.
Cyber Threat Guardian
Designed for K-2 players, Cyber Threat Guardian mirrors other popular card games for young learners with its simple design and reinforced concepts. Through fun, repetitive play, students will learn to stay safe on mobile devices, game consoles and other devices.
Cyber Threat Protector™
A multi-player card game for students in grades 3-5, Cyber Threat Protector introduces players to essential cybersecurity vocabulary and defense strategies. Become immersed in the world of network defense and cyber-attacks with this easy-to-play game.
The CyBear™ Family
Get to know the cybersecurity mascots in the CyBear family! The CyBear family introduces young learners to cybersecurity words and phrases, guides them through problem solving with puzzles, and engages them with interactive activities through a variety of free activity sheets and games. Together, we can create a culture of cybersecurity!
Cyber Threat Defender™
Designed for grades 6 and up, Cyber Threat Defender: The Collectible Card Game is available as both a collectible card game and electronic download to provide a basic awareness of a number of security issues. The card game, available in English and Spanish, is a fun, multi-player game in which players build their networks while defending against realistic cyber-attacks.
Project Cipher
Used to introduce cryptography concepts, Project Cipher is a free, electronic game that teaches techniques for encoding and decoding ciphers to either hide or discover information. While designed as a teaching tool for students in grades 4-6, Project Cipher is a great introduction to cryptography for all ages.
Pyramid of Knowledge
A free testing tool that provides educators with the ability to build their own quizzes, Pyramid of Knowledge is a creative way to introduce students to cybersecurity principles through game play with its "Pyramid" quiz interface. This platform is designed to complement an educator's STEM program.
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