Buddy Builder Facilitator Guide Buddy Builder
Facilitator Guide
Time 25 MIN
Objective
Students will define bullying, identify kind behaviors, and practice inclusive actions through role-play to foster a supportive classroom community.
Prep & Materials
Colored paper strips (3x11")
Markers and crayons
Tape or stapler
Buddy Roleplay Cards
1
Intro: Buddy vs. Bully
5 MIN
Open with a hook: "What makes a good friend?" Transition into the definition of bullying.
Discuss: Bullying is being mean to someone on purpose, often repeatedly, and making them feel unsafe.The Goal: We want to be "Buddies" (kind, helpful, including others) instead of "Bullies."
2
Role-Play Rumble
10 MIN
Divide students into groups of 3. Hand out Buddy Roleplay Cards .
Groups have 2 minutes to practice their specific kind act.
Perform for the class: Focus on how it looks and what they say.
Teacher Note: Prompt the "audience" to spot the kind words used.
3
Heart Talk
5 MIN
Debrief the activity. Ask: "How did it feel when the buddy invited you to play?"
Key Takeaway:
Standing up for others and including them is the fastest way to stop bullying before it starts!
4
The Kindness Chain
5 MIN
Hand out strips. Students write or draw one kind thing they will do this week.
Link them together using staples/tape.
Hang the chain in the hallway or lunchroom to show our collective promise!
Remember: A buddy sees a need and takes the lead!
Buddy Builder Slides Buddy Builder
Choose Kindness. Every Time.
What is a Bully?
Hurts Others
Using mean words or hands on purpose.
Happens Often
Doing it over and over again.
Unfair
Making someone feel unsafe or sad.
Be a Buddy!
Includes
Asking others to play and join in.
Helps
Being there when someone is hurt.
Speaks Up
Saying "Stop" if someone is being mean.
Buddy Training
Get into your groups!
The Kindness Chain
Together we make a strong chain of buddies!
Buddy Roleplay Cards Buddy Roleplay Cards
Cut along the dotted lines and give one to each group!
SCENARIO 1
The Lonely Recess
Situation:
You see a classmate sitting all by themselves on a bench during recess. They look a little sad.
Buddy Mission:
Walk over and invite them to play your game or join your group!
SCENARIO 2
The Lunchroom Slip
Situation:
A friend drops their lunch tray in the cafeteria! Their food goes everywhere and everyone is looking.
Buddy Mission:
Help them pick it up, ask if they are okay, and help them get a new tray.
SCENARIO 3
The Tease Trap
Situation:
One of your classmates is being teased by a few other students about their shoes. They look like they might cry.
Buddy Mission:
Stand up for your classmate! Tell the others to stop, then walk your friend away to play.
Kindness Chain Links Kindness Chain
Write or draw one way you can be a buddy!
Name: _______________________
Cut out your strip, write your act of kindness, and then link it together with your classmates' strips!
✂️ CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ✂️
Write your kind act here...
✂️ CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ✂️
Write your kind act here...
✂️ CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ✂️
Write your kind act here...
✂️ CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ✂️
Write your kind act here...
✂️ CUT ALONG THE DOTTED LINE ✂️
Write your kind act here...
A chain is only as strong as its kindest link!
