Verbal Bullying
Someone calls another student mean names every day. What kind of bullying is this, and how could you help?
Verbal bullying. Be an upstander by telling a teacher or supporting the student.
Someone keeps pushing others in line. What type of bullying is this?
Physical bullying.
Some students always leave someone out of group work. What could you do?
Invite them to join or include them in your group.
A mean comment is posted about someone online. What’s the safest first step?
Report or block, then tell a trusted adult.
What’s the difference between a bystander and an upstander?
A bystander sees it happen; an upstander takes action safely.
You overhear a rumour being spread about someone. What’s one respectful way to stop it?
Don’t pass it on, tell others to stop, and support the person being targeted.
A student’s bag is being hidden every day. What should an upstander do?
Tell a teacher, stand with the person, and help get their bag back.
You notice a student sitting alone every lunch. What’s one action you can take?
Sit with them or start a conversation.
Someone sends screenshots to embarrass another student. Is this bullying? Why?
Yes, it’s deliberate harm using technology.
Name one safe way to stand up for someone being bullied.
Tell a teacher, speak up kindly, or include the person.
A friend says, “I was only joking” after saying something hurtful. How can you respond kindly but firmly?
“It might be a joke to you, but it doesn’t feel like one to them.”
A group laughs when someone gets hit with a ball on purpose. What can you do?
Check if they’re okay, tell the group to stop, or get adult help.
A group says, “You can’t play with us.” What could you say?
“Everyone should be welcome to play.”
Your friend wants to reply to a mean post. What’s better to do instead?
Don’t respond, report and support the person privately.
Why is being an upstander important?
It stops harm, supports others, and builds a respectful school community.