Read the Room
Name one body language cue that might tell you someone is uncomfortable.
Avoiding eye contact, crossed arms, backing away, looking down, fidgeting, etc.
What is empathy?
Understanding another person’s feelings or perspective.
A friend is making fun of another student. What’s the best response?
Tell them it’s not okay or change the subject.
What’s the difference between joking and bullying?
Joking is fun for everyone; bullying repeatedly hurts someone.
You see someone sitting alone at group. What could you do?
Why is it important to pay attention to someone’s tone of voice, not just their words?
Tone often reveals how someone is really feeling.
Why might someone act rude when they’re actually struggling?
You accidentally hurt someone’s feelings. What’s your first step?
Why can words hurt even if you “didn’t mean it”?
Intent doesn’t erase the impact.
A teammate blames another player for losing. What’s a better response?
Encourage teamwork and avoid blaming one person.
A friend says, “I’m fine,” but avoids everyone and seems upset. What should you do?
Check in privately and ask if they’re okay.
Name three possible reasons a student eats lunch alone.
New student, social anxiety, prefers quiet, bullying, no friends, etc.
Your friend tells you a secret but says they’re thinking about hurting themselves. Should you keep the secret?
No. Tell a trusted adult immediately.
What’s a respectful way to disagree with someone?
A student gets angry over something small. Name two possible reasons why.
Give two signs someone may be overwhelmed even if they don’t ask for help.
Why shouldn’t you judge someone based on one mistake?
Everyone is laughing at someone who tripped. What should you do?
Help the person up or check if they’re okay instead of joining in.
Why is gossip harmful even if it’s true?
It damages trust, relationships, and reputations.
You notice your friend has become quiet, stopped joking around, and is skipping activities. What would you do?
Why can assuming you know how someone feels lead to conflict?
Everyone experiences situations differently, and assumptions are often wrong.
How can understanding someone’s background change how you respond to them?
When should loyalty to a friend end?
When they’re hurting themselves or others or asking you to do something unsafe or wrong.
What should you ask yourself before posting something online?
Your best friend starts hanging out with people who bully others because they want to fit in. How would you handle the situation?