Role-plays are a great way for children to see and experience bullying situations from the perspective of a bully and bullied victim.
The following role-plays are recommended for a one on one situation between either a parent and child or teacher and child, to teach them about the harmful effects of bullying and how to respond to a bullying situation.
In all situations the adult should play the role of the bully.
1. Say something mean to the child and ask them to respond. (Emphasis on verbal bullying)
2. Threaten to do something mean to the child and ask them to respond.(Emphasis on verbal bullying and knowledge of where they can go for help if they are confronted with a bullying situation.)
3. Tell the child something nasty about someone they know and ask them to respond. (Emphasis on verbal bullying, rumours and gossiping.)
Warning - Some children may be particularly vulnerable or sensitive to these bullying role-plays based on their age, personality type and prior experience with bullying at school. It is essential for the safety and well-being of the child that role-plays on bullying are carefully facilitated and directed by the parent/adult.
More role-plays suited to small groups have been provided in my previous blog 'Prevent Bullying in Schools - Classroom Role-plays'.
For more great bullying lessons, tips and ideas, check out www.kidslessons4life.com
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