Bystander and Upstander
What is an Upstander?
An Upstander is someone who sees bullying and does something about it.
If you are being treated unfairly and don’t tell anyone, this might happen to your feelings.
They might get worse, or you might feel sad or scared
This gas do humans need to breathe to survive
Oxygen
This civil rights leader is famous for fighting for equality and doing what was right without violence.
Martin Luther King Jr
This value means respecting people’s differences and being open to new ideas.
Tolerance
What is a Bystander?
A Bystander is someone who sees bullying and does nothing about it.
When you report bullying, you are doing this for the person being hurt.
Protecting or standing up for them
What is the total number of bases on a baseball field?
4
This president was known for his honesty and is often called "Honest Abe."
Abraham Lincoln
This value means standing up for what is right, even when it’s hard.
Courage
Instead of laughing when someone tells a mean joke, an upstander can do this.
Say it’s not funny or speak up
A good way to stop yourself from saying something mean is to ask yourself this question first
“Is it true, is it helpful, and is it kind?”
This word describes an animal that eats both plants and meat.
An omnivore
This scientist and inventor gave credit to others and stayed humble even after inventing the lightbulb.
Thomas Edison
This value is about staying true to your word and doing what you promise.
Responsibility
An upstander needs this quality to face challenges and stand up to bullies.
Courage
When you accidentally hurt someone’s feelings, showing kindness means doing this
Apologize and make it right
Which state is largest based on land size?
Alaska!
In 2023, this soccer superstar donated all his World Cup earnings to children’s charities in his home country, Argentina.
Lionel Messi
This value means treating others with kindness and understanding their feelings.
Empathy
An upstander doesn’t make excuses for bad behavior but does this instead.
Hold people accountable or report it
If your friend suffers from bullying, what should you do to help?
Hear what they have to say, comfort them and encourage them to talk to a trusted adult
This is the term for animals that are active at night.
Nocturnal
This basketball star, nicknamed "King James," helped build the I PROMISE School for kids in his hometown and continues to support education for underprivileged children.
LeBron James
This value means being truthful in what you say and do.
Honesty