Bullying is when one person intentionally tries to harm another person physically, verbally, emotionally, or all three. Bullying can take place in many forms- on the Internet, in-person, gossiping, and even through jokes. No one likes to be made fun of. Even if the intention wasn’t to hurt feelings, it can still be hurtful. Making fun of someone’s appearance or actions due to a disability is bullying.
Students With Disabilities Writing Prompt #4
If you overheard jokes being made about a person with a disability – even if that person was not there – what would you do in this situation? How would not saying anything or laughing along with the joke support the bullying? In what ways could you stand up against the bullying while being kind and respectful? Write your thoughts in 1-2 paragraphs.
Download Students With Disabilities Writing Prompt #4: Stand Up To Bullying (English) here.
Download Students With Disabilities Writing Prompt #4: Stand Up To Bullying (Spanish) here.