Types of Bullying
True or False:
There are 4 main types of bullying.
True!
For an extra 100 points, name 3/4 types of bullying!
What is an example of physical bullying?
Hitting, shoving, pinching, kicking, punching, etc.
What is an example of verbal bullying?
Insulting, teasing, name-calling, threatening, taunting, etc.
What is an example of emotional bullying?
Leaving somebody out on purpose, telling people not to be friends with somebody else, spreading rumours about someone, embarrassing someone in public, etc.
What is an example of cyberbullying?
Posting a photo of somebody without their permission, posting a mean comment, sending a mean text message, spreading rumours online, etc.
Name and describe one type of bullying
Physical: using your body to hit, punch, shove, pinch, destroy or steal belongings.
Verbal: the act of saying or writing mean or hurtful words (i.e., insulting, teasing).
Emotional: using words to mock, shock, tease, or ostracize another person to make them feel uncomfortable or afraid.
Cyber: the use of electronics to intimidate, harm, or threaten another person (i.e., posting a picture without someone's permission, posting a mean comment).
You intentionally shove a classmate everytime you pass by them because you do not like them.
Is this okay? Why or why not?
This is not okay. Hurting somebody's body or possessions on purpose and repeatedly can make them feel hurt and upset.
One of your classmates gets angry at your friend and starts swearing and insulting them. What should you do?
a.) Sit back and watch
b.) Join in and insult your friend as well
c.) Ask your classmate to stop and seek help from a teacher/adult
d.) Defend your friend by insulting your classmate
c.) Ask your classmate to stop and seek help from a teacher/adult
Even if you are not fond of your classmate... ignoring the behaviour or insulting your classmate can make the problem BIGGER. You can choose to be a part of the problem or a part of the solution. Which do you prefer?
One of your classmates tries to enter a group conversation that you are having with your friends. However, you and your group start to walk away and say comments such as "why are you hanging around us?"
How might this make your classmate feel? What can you do instead?
This reaction can make your classmate feel alone, disliked, and unwanted.
You can: Be a leader and let them join in on the conversation or tell them that your group is having a private conversation (that is NOT about them).
Jonah sees a friend post a message about another student at school on a social media site. Jonah already heard the rumor at school earlier that day. What should he do?
Tell a teacher/adult.
For an extra 200 points, act out this scenario!
True or False:
Bullying can occur during and outside of school.
True!
If you are a bystander and you see somebody hitting or pushing another person, what should you do?
a.) Stay away from the action and watch
b.) Cheer on the person hitting the other person
c.) Join in
d.) Report to a teacher/adult and tell them to stop
d.) Report to a teacher/adult and tell them to stop
Is it okay to name-call or insult somebody when you are upset or angry with them?
No.
Continually name-calling or insulting someone is the same as verbal bullying (even if you do not mean to be a bully).
What is another name for emotional bullying?
Social bullying
What devices do people use to cyberbully?
BONUS: What social media platforms can we see cyberbullying occur? What can you do if you see it happening?
Phones and computers.
BONUS answer: tik tok, instagram, etc.
Good answer, earn an extra 100 points!
Sometimes people use labels when talking to another person. What is a label?
A phrase or a name that is inaccurate and restrictive
Examples:
Gender - "you're such a girl"
Race - "you're _____ so you must be like _____"
Income - "you're poor"
Interests - "he's into gaming... gamers are lame"
Is physical bullying a DIRECT or INDIRECT form of bullying? Explain.
DIRECT.
Physical behaviour involves harming or hurting another person and is usually obvious to anyone witnessing it.
What does verbal bullying go hand-in-hand with?
Hint: It's another type of bullying...
Emotional bullying
Is emotional bullying a DIRECT or INDIRECT form of bullying?
It can be both! However, it is usually INDIRECT (uses less obvious ways of hurting someone's feeling, reputation, or relationships).
Example: Leaving somebody out by walking away and talking about them behind their back.
Is cyberbullying a DIRECT or INDIRECT form of bullying?
It can be both! However, cyberbullying can be more INDIRECT because the person engaging in the bullying behaviour can remain anonymous.
What are three things that make a behaviour bullying?
1.) Repeated
2.) Intentional/using words or actions to harm or threaten on purpose
3.) An imbalance of power (i.e., using strength, information, or others)
What are the consequences of physical bullying?
Somebody can be badly injured and makes them feel hurt and disliked.
What can you do when you see verbal bullying happening?
Use your words and communicate, ignore and walk away, talk to a teacher/adult.
BONUS: Should you engage in verbal bullying if it is happening to somebody that you don't get along with?
Can your friends be bullying you?
Your friends will sometimes have bad days, you may disagree with them, or you may have arguments with your friends. Sometimes, you and your friends may hurt each other's feelings and need some time away from each other. This is normal!
However, if you or your friend are being mean and this continues even after being asked to stop, this is NOT friendship. Friends will apologize and be open to changing.
If you are not sure if what is happening is a normal part of friendship or if bullying is happening, ask an adult for help!
Can you be peer pressured into sending or posting a mean comment? What can you do?
Yes! You can say no and report to an adult to prevent bullying from happening.