Bullying: from awareness to action
Lesson plan overview
This ESL worksheet on bullying awareness and prevention helps parents, caregivers, and educators develop the language to discuss bullying, self-esteem, and children’s social well-being. Designed for upper-intermediate to advanced adult ESL learners, it encourages empathy and critical thinking through discussion and reflection activities.
Activities overview:
1. Lead-In Discussion – Reflect on modern challenges children face at school, online, and in peer groups; discuss the role of self-esteem.
2. Vocabulary: Mistreatment and Expressions – Learn and match common bullying-related phrases such as to be left out, to mock someone, to spread rumors.
3. Speaking Practice – Share experiences, identify forms of bullying, and discuss appropriate adult responses.
4. Traditional vs. Cyberbullying – Discuss the differences between offline and online bullying.
5. The Impact of Bullying – Explore emotional, social, and behavioral effects on children.
6. Listening: “How to Navigate Conversations About Bullying with Your Kids” – Comprehension questions and reflection tasks help learners understand expert advice on supporting children.
7. Case Study: Maya’s Story – Discuss a realistic scenario to consider school responsibilities, parent–child communication, and response strategies.
For more speaking practice, you can use the printable conversation cards.
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