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Building Resilience Against Bullying

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Lesson Plan

Building Resilience Against Bullying

Understanding and Addressing Bullying

This lesson aims to educate 8th-grade students about bullying and equip them with strategies to handle such situations. By watching a video and engaging in a reflective activity, students will learn the importance of self-confidence, seeking help, and surrounding themselves with supportive people. This lesson is crucial as it empowers students to stand up against bullying and fosters a supportive community.

Audience

8th Grade Students

Time

30 minutes

Approach

Materials

Video: Ways to Stop Bullying, Discussion Questions, and Art Supplies for Posters

Step 1

Introduction

5 mins

  • Begin by asking students if they know what bullying is and if they have ever witnessed it.
  • Briefly discuss the impact of bullying on individuals and communities.
  • Introduce the video 'Ways to Stop Bullying' and explain that it will provide strategies to handle bullying.

Step 2

Video Viewing

6 mins

  • Play the video Ways to Stop Bullying.
  • Ask students to pay attention to the four-step method discussed in the video.

Step 3

Group Discussion

10 mins

  • Divide students into small groups.
  • Provide each group with discussion questions to reflect on the video.
  • Encourage students to share their thoughts and personal experiences related to bullying.

Step 4

Poster Creation Activity

7 mins

  • Divide students into small groups and provide art supplies.
  • Instruct each group to create an anti-bullying poster that highlights strategies to combat bullying.
  • Encourage creativity and collaboration, and remind students to incorporate ideas from the video and discussion.

Step 5

Closure

2 mins

  • Reconvene as a class and ask a few groups to present their posters.
  • Emphasize the importance of seeking help and supporting each other.
  • Remind students that they are not alone and there are resources available to help them.
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Discussion

Bullying Discussion Questions

This discussion will help students reflect on the video and share their thoughts on bullying and how to address it.

What are some reasons why people bully others?

Discuss the underlying issues that might lead someone to bully, such as insecurity or a need for control.







How can self-confidence help in dealing with bullies?

Explore how believing in oneself can reduce the impact of a bully's words or actions.







Why is it important to surround yourself with supportive people?

Discuss the role of friends and family in providing emotional support and protection against bullying.







What should you do if you see someone being bullied?

Encourage students to think about safe ways to intervene or seek help from an adult.







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Worksheet

Reflecting on Bullying Worksheet

This worksheet will help students reflect on the strategies discussed in the video and how they can apply them in real life.

List three qualities that make you unique and special.








Who are the people in your life that you can turn to for support?








Describe a situation where you might use the 'play dead' strategy.








What steps would you take if you needed to seek help for yourself or a friend?








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