Lesson Plan

Be a Buddy, Not a Bully Lesson Plan

Students will understand bullying behaviors and learn strategies to practice kindness and empathy in a classroom setting.

Teaching kindness and empathy helps prevent bullying and promotes a positive, inclusive environment, which is crucial for 2nd-grade social and emotional development.

Audience

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Materials

Prep

Preparation

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction & Discussion

10 minutes

Step 2

Activity: Role Play

10 minutes

Step 3

Reflection & Wrap-Up

5 minutes

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Slide Deck

Be a Buddy, Not a Bully

This is the title slide. Introduce yourself and welcome the students. Use a friendly tone and ask if anyone can tell you what bullying means.

What is Bullying?

Explain what bullying is in a simple manner. Provide examples and ask the students to share their ideas about kindness.

Let's Practice Being Buddies!

Guide the students through the role-play activity. Encourage participation and explain the importance of switching from negative to positive behavior.

Reflection Time

Facilitate a reflective discussion based on the role-playing activity. Ask students to share one thing they learned about kindness.

Always Be a Buddy!

Wrap up the lesson by summarizing key points and encouraging students to consistently demonstrate kindness. End with a positive note.

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Activity

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Be a Buddy, Not a Bully

Jeff Darnell

Tier 1
For Districts