Kindness & Empathy
Give an example of a time when it may be difficult to show kindness, empathy or inclusion.
Example - when someone has been unkind to you.
Using words (verbal or written) to demean or insult others. It includes teasing, making hurtful comments and threatening others.
What is Verbal bullying?
What does it mean to be a bystander?
A bystander is someone who sees bullying happen and doesn't do anything about it.
Name three adults in our building that you could talk to if you are being bullied.
Ms. Z, Mr. McAfee, Mrs. Sory, Mrs. Pam, Teacher, Watchdog Dad, etc.
Describe bullying in your own words.
Bullying is repeated, aggressive behavior that is done on purpose by someone who is more powerful than the other person in some way.
If you see someone who looks embarrassed what is one thing you can do or say?
Ask them if they are okay.
Bullying that is physically aggressive towards another person or their property.
What is physical bullying?
What does it mean to be an upstander?
An upstander is someone who stands up for someone who it getting bullied.
Why is it important to stand up for yourself if you are being bullied?
It is important to let the other person know that you are not okay with being treated poorly. If the other person thinks that you are not afraid, and are willing to stand up for yourself, it is more likely that the bullying will end. People who bully are often looking for a target that they consider "weak" and who can be easily manipulated.
Leah sends threatening text messages to Naomi ever day. If this bullying?
YES
What does kindness mean and why is it important?
Kindness is being caring, welcoming and considerate. It can make others feel special and valued.
This bullying is relational and includes excluding others, embarrassing others, spreading rumors and using peer pressure.
What is social bullying?
You hear a rumor about someone in your class. You aren't sure if it's true. What can you do to be an upstander?
Don't spread the rumor. Tell the person who told you about it that they shouldn't share things that aren't true.
Nick posted a rumor about Hunter online and encouraged others to share it. What type of bullying is this?
Cyber Bullying
Elliott made fun of Michael's science project, so Michael yelled at Elliott. Is this bullying?
NO
What does inclusion mean and why is it important?
Inclusion is being open and welcoming to all types of people. This can help people feel like they matter and that someone cares.
Bullying other using digital devices such as cell phones, the internet and social media. It includes text messages, instant messages, snap chat, e-mail, twitter and Facebook.
What is cyber bullying?
Why is it important to do something when you see someone being bullied?
By doing nothing, you are sending the message that you are okay with, or even support, what is happening.
Give an example of the following types of bullying:
Cyber
Physical
Examples:
Cyber - sending a threatening text
Physical - pushing someone out of your way.
Benjamin said that if Spencer doesn't do what Benjamin says, he will have his older brother beat Spencer up. Is this bullying?
YES
What does empathy mean and why is it important?
Empathy is considering the needs and feelings of others. It can help others feel understood.
What are 4 types of bulling?
Verbal
Physical
Social
Cyber
Why can it be difficult to do something when you see someone being bullied?
You may be afraid that if you stand up for someone, you will get made fun of or bullied.
Give examples of the following types of bullying:
Social
Verbal
Examples:
Social - excluding someone from your group
Verbal - making inappropriate comments about the clothes a classmate is wearing.
What is the difference between bullying and conflict?
Bullying is repeated, on purpose aggression where one person is more powerful than the other in some way (more popular, bigger, etc). Conflict is when people disagree with no power imbalance and both parties are mutually involved.