Bullying Worksheets
Bullying is unwarranted behavior with the primary goal to hurt another with either actions or words. This behavior can be asserted physically, vocally, or even digitally. The results of bullying can be overwhelming to a child that feels they are backed into a corner and they lose hope. The effects of this types of behavior can last years or even decades. In some case, the aggressor didn't even realize that they were causing another harm. This is a solid collection of worksheets that help students learn to identify these acts, gestures, and conversations.
Bullying Worksheets:
What Is It? Group Activity -
In small groups, talk about the kinds of behaviors that go along with
each scenario. Write your answers in the boxes.
Bullies and Bystanders -
The support of even bystander can make a big difference to someone who is
being bullied. When bystanders speak up, kids who are being bullied feel less
anxious and less depressed.
Act Against It -
In small groups, come up with a short skit that illustrates each
scenario. Make sure that your skit includes a way to solve the bullying
problem.
Act Out Against It -
Work in small groups to come up with a bullying situation. Write out
a short skit that you can do for the class. In your skit, include a possible
solution to the problem.
Is It Present? -
Liam is small for his age, and he is
very sensitive about his size. One
day while he is changing for gym
class, another student takes a
picture of him in his underwear
and posts it on social medial.
Is It Happening? -
Read each scenario. Is it bullying? Write YES or NO on the line.
Topic Quiz -
Test your knowledge of bullying by
answering the following questions.
Too Far? -
The pictures are helpful here.
Recognizing When It Happens -
Margaret has just moved to town from a
different country, and she doesn't dress the
same way that the other kids do. A group of kids
at the bus stop has been making fun of the way
she dresses.
Writing Prompt -
You have been elected to a special committee to work with
school administrators to put a stop to bullying in your school. As
the student representative to the committee, you have been
asked to prepare a statement for the first meeting summarizing
your thoughts about the current school climate and how it might
be contributing-or helping to deter this behavior.
Cyberbullying Worksheets -
We have a series of worksheets specifically for this form of behavior and give students plenty of great advice on how to be proactive.
Tips for Curbing Bullying
Define What It Is and Is Not
It is very important to teach students about bullying and make sure that they know what exactly it is. This is important so the child knows when he or she is being bullied. It will also let the bullies know that they are wrong. You can also explain the damages of bullying to the kids so that they understand that it is completely wrong.
Encourage Kids To Speak
Another great step that you can take to prevent bullying from happening is to encourage children to speak up. From time to time, take out the chance to explain to the kids that they should feel safe while complaining against a bully. You should also let them know that students should not worry about the threats that the bullies give them.
Create Rules
It is very important to create certain rules regarding bullying. These rules will let them know what sort of behavior is expected of them. Your rules should be stated in positive terms. Keep the number of rules bare minimum so that they are easy to remember for everyone. Three to five are enough. Teach your students about the rules and how they should be followed properly. Stay consistent when enforcing the rules.
Appreciate Good Behavior
It has been psychologically proven that appreciation of good work will encourage people to do more good. It is always important that you encourage your students when they show good behavior.
Have Open Communication
Have an open conversation with the students regarding bullying. They should know that there are no communication barriers that will stop them from taking a step against bullying.
Monitor Hot Spot
Hot spots are the areas where adults are not around. Bullying occurs at these spots mostly. These places include hallways, bathrooms, bus, etc. Monitor these spots as frequently as you can.
How Do You Handle Cyberbullies?
We all have so many different devices and social media accounts that we often are constantly surrounded by our peers even in our own homes. That can often have a positive influence on us, when our peer group is focused on being supportive of one another. That is not always the case. Some people take pleasure in hurt the feelings of others and can amplify their ability to so online. Knowing what to do when one of these people put you in their crosshairs is often overwhelming for young people.
So, what do you when someone targets you online? The first step is not to retaliate. This is what the person doing this is hoping for. They are trying to stir up trouble, do not fall for it. Try to realize the goal of the person that is making the comments. The worst thing you can do is reread these comments over and over in your mind. I encourage young adult to take a 6-hour break from all media at that time. Once that time passes, seek out the advice of an adult that you trust. Often these simple steps can cool down most situations.