Summary: Students create a long narrative story with multiple characters and plot points in the form of a personal journal.
Target grades: 6th and above.
Minimum time needed: Ten days – two weeks. Each diary entry is a separate …
Newspaper Article/Point of View
Summary: Students will complete an in depth analysis of a story about bullying from the news and examine multiple points of view helping them build empathy for people who are different/unfamiliar.
Target grades: 7th and above
Minimum time needed: two …
I Am From Poem
Summary: By writing a list poem, students use figurative language to express complex feelings and experiences related to bullying and personal identity. This poem is a great jumping off point for other creative work.
Age Range: This activity can be …
Appreciative Inquiry – Reflective Selfies
Summary: Selfies are an everyday part of children’s lives, and they provide a method of expression. We often hear about selfies in negative ways – those that lead to hurt feelings or are spread beyond their intended audiences. Selfies, however, …
Making a Map
Summary: Students create a map as a way of illustrating how they perceive their school environment. By including locations that have meaning (positive and negative), students can explore their sense of identity and write about experiences they may have …
