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What To Do When Bullying is Happening

What To Do When Bullying is Happening . Strategies & Suggestions for Kids . Table of Contents. Definition of bullying The Stop Sign Strategy The Walk Away Strategy Asking an Adult for HELP Tattling vs. Reporting Dealing with Teasing Myths about Bullying References.

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What To Do When Bullying is Happening

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  1. What To Do When Bullying is Happening Strategies & Suggestions for Kids

  2. Table of Contents • Definition of bullying • The Stop Sign Strategy • The Walk Away Strategy • Asking an Adult for HELP • Tattling vs. Reporting • Dealing with Teasing • Myths about Bullying • References

  3. Bullying is a specific type of aggression in which: • The behavior is intended to harm or disturb. • The behavior occurs repeatedly over time. • There is an imbalance of power.

  4. The Stop Sign Strategy • When you witness bullying happening, or it is happening to you, say “Stop” or “Enough”. • Hold your hand up to signal “stop” as well.

  5. The Walk Away Strategy • After signaling “stop,” turn and walk away from the bully. • You might go to a new table in the cafeteria, a different zone on the playground, or a different part of the bus. • Kids in the Middle (bystanders)—you can help by providing support to the targets—walk away with them!

  6. When to ask an adult for help… • If you have tried the first two strategies, and . . . • The bullying has not stopped, then . . . • Ask an adult for help (monitor, teacher, guidance counselor, principal, etc.)

  7. Tattling Example: “Mrs. Smith, Johnny’s blowing bubbles with his gum” or “Mary is sneaking her snack during reading time.” The purpose is to get someone “in trouble” for the sake of getting them in trouble. Reporting “Mrs. Westendorf, I witnessed something on the bus and I am worried someone might get hurt.” The purpose is to get help for those involved. Remember, “bullying, intimidation, and harassment” are behaviors that will not be tolerated in our school. Tattling vs. Reporting

  8. Strategies for dealing with teasing when ignoring doesn’t work . . . Click on the link to learn about the strategy… • Speak Up • Say Yes • Ask questions • Bore the bully • Repeat Yourself Create a shield to protect yourself from teasing!!! Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003

  9. Speak Up Strategy If someone is hassling you, try speaking up for yourself. Tell the bully you want him or her to stop bothering you or you will need to get an adult’s help. This strategy works best when there are friends around you can help you. Example: “Hey Loser.” “Don’t call me that.” “Why not, loser?” “I don’t like it and I want you to stop, right now, or I might have to get help.” Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003.

  10. Say Yes Strategy Sometimes you may be afraid to speak up or speaking up may not work. In that case, try agreeing with everything the bully says. It seems strange, but it may throw the bully off. Example: “You look so stupid in that haircut.” “Yes, I do.” Where did you get your hair cut, anyway, the dog groomers?” “Yep.” “You look like a dog!” “Sure do.” “So you’re a dog?” “If you say so.” Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003.

  11. Ask Questions Strategy Try asking the bully the same question over and over again. Example: “You’re a @#!%” “Really. What do you mean?” “What do I mean? What’s wrong with you? Are you stupid?” “No. What do you mean?” “Do you have problem with hearing or something?” “Huh? I don’t understand.” “Hey, this @!#% can’t hear!” “What are you talking about?” Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003.

  12. Bore the Bully Strategy Be as boring as you can be. Give the bully short, vague answers to his or her questions or insults. Example: “Hey, I’ve heard you’re really stupid!” “Really.” “Yeah, I’ve heard you have a really low IQ.” “Interesting.” “You’re the dumbest in the class—maybe the school.” “Definitely.” “Hey, he just admitted he’s the dumbest in the school.” “Uh-huh.” Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003.

  13. Repeat Yourself Strategy Keep repeating the same phrase. Sometimes the bully will get bored and move off. Example: “You’re a @#&%. You deserve to get beaten up.” “I don’t think so.” “That’s because you’re such as @#%!” “I don’t think so.” “You’re too much of a @#!% to fight. Aren’t you?” “I don’t think so.” “No? Well, let’s see.” “I don’t think so.” Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003.

  14. Bullying MYTHS • Bullying is just a “normal” part of childhood. • That’s not bullying, it’s just teasing. • Adults should stay out of it (“boys will be boys” or “girls will be girls”). • Victims bring bullying on themselves. • It’s best to stay out of it when someone is being bullied. All of these statements are FALSE!!!!!

  15. References Mason, Kim. “Bully-Proofing our Schools.” PowerPoint Presentation. Bellfaire JCB, Shaker Heights, OH. 30 November 2007. Slavens, Elaine. Bullying: Deal with it before push comes to shove. Toronto, ON: James Lorimer & Company Ltd., 2003.

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