Lesson Plan

Stand Up, Speak Up Lesson Plan

Students will learn practical techniques to prevent and respond to bullying by practicing empathy, assertive communication, and bystander empowerment to foster a respectful, safe classroom community.

Bullying harms student well-being and learning. This lesson builds empathy, confidence, and peer support skills to help students stand up against bullying and create a positive classroom culture.

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Teacher Preparation

10 minutes

Step 1

Warm-Up Discussion

5 minutes

Step 2

Empathy Practice

7 minutes

Step 3

Assertiveness Skills

8 minutes

Step 4

Bystander Empowerment Role-Play

7 minutes

Step 5

Wrap-Up and Reflection

3 minutes

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Stand Up, Speak Up

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Warm-Up Discussion

Empathy Practice

Assertiveness Skills

Bystander Role-Play

Wrap-Up & Reflection

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