Conflict VS Bullying
What is conflict?
Conflict is a normal part of life. It is a disagreement between two (or more) equals. Typically both sides are upset. It usually involves a compromise.
Name some ways to be a buddy not a bully.
Examples: treat others the way you want to be treated, compromise when there is a conflict, be nice to others, play with someone who is by himself/herself, and speak up for others in need.
If someone says or does something mean, what can you do?
Speak up if you feel safe enough, tell an adult, and walk away. You should also take care of yourself, such as taking deep breaths, going for a walk, or doing something you enjoy.
True or False. You can tell if a person is a bully just based off his or her appearance.
False. Anyone can be a bully. They don't look any different than anyone else.
What effects can bullying someone have on another person?
Cause them to be upset, scared, feel sad, and alone
What is bullying?
True or False. Passing notes about a person or talking bad about another person behind someone's back is a form of bullying.
True. We shouldn't pass notes about our classmates or talk bad about other people behind their backs. It isn't a nice thing to do, and the other person usually finds out about it, which can hurt their feelings.
Name two good things a witness of bullying can do.
Help the person walk away. Report the bullying to an adult.
What is Cyberbullying?
Using technology to bully. Example- Computer, texting
What can happen if you bully people at school?
Get in trouble at school, suspended, or expelled
What are some ways to solve a conflict?
Stop, Watch Your Words, Listen Up
Who can be a bully?
Anyone!
True or False. A good way to stop a bully is to fight them.
FALSE. When facing a bully, you should use your words not your fists. You should get help from an adult or else you could also get in trouble!
True or False. A person can be both a bully and be bullied?
True! A person can be hurt by a bully but can also hurt other people.
What are some consequences of cyberbullying ?
Get in trouble at school, police involved, arrested, fined, or jail time
What happens after both individuals involved in the conflict calm down?
Talk it out
Apologize
Make an agreement on what they will do different
True or False? Bullying is a normal part of growing up?
False. Bullying should NOT take place at any time or any location! Bullying is NEVER okay.
What should you do if you think you are being bullied?
Use your words to calmly talk to the person and stick up for yourself. If that doesn't work, get help from an adult.
Physical (such as hitting, kicking, punching)
Verbal (teasing, name-calling)
Emotional (making someone feel bad about themselves)
Cyber-Bullying (happens online, over text, over the phone)
What can happen if you threaten to harm someone or pretend to harm someone?
People take these actions very seriously. I can end in police or other authorities being involved . If you are arrested, you can get kicked out of school, get in trouble, and this can prevent your from getting a job in the future.
Explain how bullying is different than conflict.
Conflict takes place between two equals. Bullying is not equal. Bullying is meant to hurt someone, but conflict is a natural part of friendship. Conflict occurs sometimes, but bullying takes place repeatedly.
Who is responsible for preventing bullying at our school?
Everyone!
Name two good things you can do when you feel angry or upset.
Walk away, take deep breaths, listen to calming music, read a book, talk to a friend or family member, color, talk to a teacher or counselor, or relax your body.
Can conflict turn into bullying?
Yes. Sometimes, a conflict can go too far and turn into bullying.
What can you do if you have been involved in cyberbullying or have cyber bullied someone else?
Contact your parents to discuss how to solve the issue, tell the teacher