Jokes To Far
How do you know when a joke has gone too far?
When someone looks upset, walks away, or tells you to stop — their feelings matter more than the joke
Define perseverance in your own words.
Continuing to try even when something is hard or you feel like quitting.
Name THREE of Kelso's Choices.
Walk away, use your words, share and take turns, ignore it, talk it out, apologize, make a deal, wait and cool off.
How is teasing different from bullying?
Teasing is usually friendly and both people laugh. Bullying is repeated, on purpose, and hurtful.
True or false: Your brain grows when you practice
TRUE! Practice makes your brain stronger!
What should you do if your joke accidentally hurts someone?
Apologize sincerely, listen to how they feel, and don't repeat that joke.
What is a growth mindset?
Believing that with effort and practice, you can get smarter and improve.
What makes a problem BIG vs. SMALL?
Big problems involve someone being hurt or unsafe. Small problems can be solved without an adult.
Can teasing BECOME bullying? How?
Yes! If you keep teasing after someone asks you to stop, it can become bullying.
Name something at school that takes practice to get better at.
Reading, math, writing, sports — any good answer!
What is the difference between laughing WITH someone and laughing AT someone?
Laughing WITH = everyone is in on it. Laughing AT = the person is the punchline and feels hurt.
Give one example of perseverance you could show at school
Trying a math problem multiple times, rereading a hard passage, practicing spelling — any good example!
Your friend won't share the basketball. What Kelso's Choice could you use?
Talk it out, make a deal to take turns, or walk away and play something else.
Two friends joke around and BOTH laugh. What is this?
Friendly teasing — not bullying!
What should you say if someone uses 'it was just a joke' after hurting your feelings?
'I know you were joking, but it still hurt my feelings. I'd appreciate it if you didn't say that again.'
Is a joke still okay if only the person being joked about doesn't laugh?
No! If even one person feels hurt, the joke went too far.
Why is making mistakes actually GOOD for you?
Mistakes help your brain grow — you learn what doesn't work and try something new
Why should you try solving small problems yourself first?
It builds confidence, helps friendships, and saves adult help for real emergencies.
Someone teases you and you feel hurt. What should you do first?
Tell them it bothered you and ask them to stop
Name ALL 9 of Kelso's Choices.
Go to another game, share and take turns, ignore it, walk away, talk it out, tell them to stop, apologize, make a deal, wait and cool off.
What should you think about BEFORE telling a joke?
Will this hurt anyone's feelings? Would I want this joke told about me?
What is the difference between a fixed mindset and a growth mindset?
Fixed mindset: I can't change. Growth mindset: I can improve with effort and practice.
You've tried two Kelso's Choices and the problem keeps going. What now?
Now it's a bigger problem — get a trusted adult to help!
True or false: Bullying always involves a power difference but teasing usually doesn't.
TRUE! That's one of the key differences.
Name a famous person who showed perseverance and describe their challenge.
Michael Jordan (cut from his team), J.K. Rowling (rejected 12 times), Thomas Edison (1,000 attempts) — any valid example!