Boris, why do some people act weird... In this lesson Dave and Boris explore how to develop empathy and compassion especially for children who are bullied. Dave shows students how to stand up against bullying.

Materials Required: pencil and paper

Age Group: Late Elementary/KS2

This lesson cross references the SEL Core Competency: 'Social Awareness' from the CASEL 5.

This lesson cross-references with B-SS 4. from the ASCA Mindset and Behavior Standards.

UK:
RR1: Respectful Relationships - the importance of respecting others, even when they are very different from them (for example, physically, in character, personality or backgrounds), or make different choices or have different preferences or beliefs.
RR4: Respectful Relationships - the importance of self-respect and how this links to their own happiness.