Peer Pressure
Peers are:
A: People your own age.
B: Classmates
C: Teammates
D: All of the above
D: All of the above
It's ok to talk about someone behind their back.
False
What is a bully?
Someone who tries to physically or verbally harm someone they see as weaker than them.
Name 1 good way to meet new friends.
Join a club, play school sports, participate in school activities.
Act it out: You are meeting a new friend for the first time, what do you say?
Hi, my name is _________. What's your name?
The word "pressure," in Peer Pressure means:
A: being physically pushed
B: Influenced
C: Ignored
D:Hurt
B: Influenced
There is more than 1 type of bullying.
True
What is cyberbullying?
a form of bullying or harassment using electronic forms of contact- social media, snapchat, virtual gaming.
Name 3 characteristics of a good friend.
Kind, respectful, funny, trustworthy, positive influence, supportive, helpful, creative, loyal, honest, caring, etc.
Your friend just found out they failed a test. What can you do?
Be supportive, listen, offer words of encouragement.
Name two things kids might do to try to get other kids to do what they want.
Tease, call names, threaten, say they’re not cool, exclude from group, ignore, etc.
It's ok to tell people what your friend shared with you, even though she asked you to promise not tell anyone.
False, unless your friend has shared something with you that could get them in trouble, or endanger them in which case you would tell an adult, it is not ok to tell other people something you were asked not to share.
What are other types of bullying?
What is Physical, Verbal, Social or Relational, Cyber, and Prejudicial bullying.
Name two ways friends can be a good influence on each other.
They can encourage each other to work hard in school or sports, try a positive new activity, believe in themselves, exercise, read a new book, be kind, be honest, etc.
You are having a bad day and yell at your friend. You are feeling bad about it the next day. What is one thing you can do?
Say you're sorry
Name two ways friends can be a bad influence on each other.
They can encourage each other to cheat, lie, steal, bully others, act lazy, act disrespectful, not do their homework, etc.
Having self-confidence can help you resist peer pressure.
True. If you feel good about who you are, you are less likely to give in to peer pressure.
What is Relatonal Aggression?
Relational aggressive behaviors include isolating a target, threatening to stop talking to them, giving silent treatment, and spreading rumors. It can happen in a variety of settings including school, work, and online. Often, relational aggression is subtle and can go unnoticed. In some cases, it’s overlooked entirely.
Spreading _________ and ________ about a friend can ruin that friendship.
Rummors, Gossiping
What is the difference between gossiping about someone and starting a rumor about someone?
The difference between gossip and rumor is that gossiping is talking about someone bending their back and sharing their personal information. A rumor, on the other hand, is an informal way of spreading unverified (not confirmed) news or details.
Name two reasons why kids might give in to peer pressure.
To seem cool, to seem brave, to get in with a group of friends, to impress others, etc.
If someone is bullying you, you should find an adult and tell them what's going on?
True
Watching someone bully someone else and not saying anything is being a ___________?
What is a Bystander
Name 2 things that could ruin a friendship.
telling lies, gossiping about your friend, only talking about yourself, walking away when they are talking to you, trying to change who they are, being stubborn and unwilling to change plans or only doing what you want to do.
Think about one of your good friends and tell the group what makes this person such a good friend to you.
Answers will vary depending on student.