Upstander Teacher Playbook Guide US
UPSTANDER SQUAD: TEACHER PLAYBOOK
2nd Grade SEL Curriculum • 10-Lesson Action Sequence (20 Mins / Day)
Scope & Structure Grades 1–3 Aligned
The Daily 20-Minute Lesson Flow
Min 0–4 (4m)
Connection Hook
Visual prompt, empathy check-in, or quick rally chant.
Min 4–11 (7m)
Direct Model
Teach the skill with slide deck scenarios and explicit teacher voice.
Min 11–17 (6m)
Active Rehearsal
Partner practice, script reading, and worksheet log completion.
Min 17–20 (3m)
Squad Debrief
Turn-and-share, safe commitment, and Upstander high-fives.
Sequence Roadmap & Learning Progression
L# Lesson Focus Core Competency & Student Target Key Anchor Phrase
1 Tease or Trouble Distinguish fun playful banter from hurtful behavior. "If we aren't both laughing, stop!"
2 Bullying Clues Detect 3 clues: Repeated, On Purpose, Unfair power. "Notice the 3 Bullying Clues."
3 Heart Glasses Develop perspective-taking and identify emotional pain. "See through their heart eyes."
4 Bystander vs Upstander Recognize the silent crowd vs active courageous helper. "I will not just stand and watch."
5 Strong Voice Use calm posture, steady eye contact, and clear limits. "Stop, that is unkind and not okay."
6 Welcome Circle Inclusion strategies: invite to sit, play, and link arms. "Hey! Come sit and play with us!"
7 Telling Not Tattling Tattling is getting into trouble; telling keeps people safe. "Telling keeps everyone safe."
8 Distract and Defuse Shift focus safely: invite target away, create silly diversion. "Quick switch! Let's check this out!"
9 Rehearsal Rounds Apply the 4 Upstander Moves across real school settings. "Choose your Upstander Move!"
10 Squad Promise Pledge, community agreement, badge ceremony, and celebration. "We are an Upstander Classroom!"
The 4 Core Upstander Moves (Teach All 10 Lessons)
1. SPEAK UP Calm, clear words to halt hurtful behavior
2. REACH OUT Stand next to target, invite them into play
3. SWITCH IT Distract and walk away together to safety
4. GET AN ADULT Report immediately when unsafe or repeating
TEACHER SCRIPTS & SAFE RESPONSE PROTOCOLS
Classroom Management, Emotional Safety & Inclusive Facilitation
Facilitator Tool Quick Reference
Script: When a Student Reports Real Hurt in Class
Teacher response: "Thank you for trusting our squad and speaking courageously. In this room, everyone has the right to feel safe and respected. I hear you, I take this seriously, and you and I will talk right after this circle so we can fix this safely."
Script: Teasing vs Bullying Coaching Prompt
Teacher prompt: "Look at both faces. Is everyone smiling, or is one person looking down, feeling small, or shrinking? If only one person is laughing, the fun stops right now."
Upstander Safety Rule #1: Never Fight Back
Crucial rule for 2nd graders: Upstanders do not push, yell insults, or get into physical conflict. If an older kid or physical danger is involved, the bravest upstander action is immediately walking away to grab a recess monitor or teacher.
Tiered Differentiation & Accessibility Strategies
Shy or Quiet Students
Emphasize Move #2 (Reach Out) or Move #4 (Get Adult). Quiet upstanders can silently stand beside a friend or hand them a toy without having to speak loudly.
Emerging Readers / ELL
Pair each phrase with hand gestures (hand up for "STOP", hands open for "COME PLAY"). Provide illustrated prompt cards for visual recognition.
Fast Finishers / Leaders
Assign as "Recess Welcome Captains" who actively seek out students sitting alone on the buddy bench and invite them into games.
2nd Grade Mastery Checklist
Student can state the difference between friendly teasing and hurtful words.
Student identifies at least 2 safe trusted adults in the school building.
Student demonstrates speaking up with assertive body posture and calm voice.
Student practices inviting an excluded peer to play or sit together.
Tease Trouble Slides Lesson 1 • SEL Upstander Squad
20-Minute Focus
Tease or Trouble?
How Words Really Feel
Sometimes joking is fun for everyone. But sometimes words sting. How can an Upstander spot the difference?
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Friendly Play
Both people laugh and feel happy inside.
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Hurtful Trouble
Only one laughs; the other feels small or sad.
Look for the 3 Clues
Face • Feelings • Stopping
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1. Look at Faces
Are both people smiling with their eyes? Or does one look away, bite their lip, or freeze?
Check expressions!
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2. Does It Stop?
When someone says "Stop" or looks unhappy, does the joke instantly quit? Friendly teasing halts!
Respect the stop!
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3. Heart Check
Does the joke target clothes, family, hair, or mistakes? If it pokes at someone's heart, it is trouble.
Protect hearts!
Rule of Thumb: If we aren't BOTH laughing, the joke is DONE!
Upstander Quick Check Turn & Talk (2 Minutes)
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Recess Situation
"Leo misses a kick in soccer. Two classmates yell, 'Leo has noodles for legs!' Leo turns red and looks down."
Question 1:
Is this friendly teasing or hurtful trouble? How can you tell?
Question 2:
What is one safe Upstander sentence you could say right now?
Practice with your shoulder partner Next: Complete your Detective Sorter Sheet
Tease Trouble Sorter Activity L1
TEASE OR TROUBLE SORTER
Upstander Squad • Lesson 1 Practice
Name:
Date:
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Golden Rule: If both people are laughing and having fun, it is Friendly Play. If even one person feels hurt, small, or sad, it is Hurtful Trouble.
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Read each story. Circle your choice.
A. Silly Nickname
Sam and Mia both giggle when they call each other "Banana Head" during art.
Friendly Play Hurtful Trouble
B. Dropped Crayons
A student drops crayons and two kids point and laugh, calling them "butterfingers." The student looks down and looks ready to cry.
Friendly Play Hurtful Trouble
C. Repeated Shoes Joke
For three days in a row, two kids say Jay's sneakers look like clown shoes. Jay says, "Please stop."
Friendly Play Hurtful Trouble
D. Funny Dance Move
At indoor recess, Ava makes a goofy robot dance move. Her table buddies laugh, and Ava laughs with them.
Friendly Play Hurtful Trouble
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Upstander Action Box
Pick one hurtful situation from above. What could an Upstander say to help?
Sentence starters: "Hey, that is not cool," or "Come on, let's play together."
Teacher Check-In Stamp:
Squad Checked
Bullying Clues Slides Lesson 2 • SEL Upstander Squad
Detective Eye
Bullying Decoded:
The 3 Big Clues
Not every argument is bullying. Bullying has 3 special clues that Upstanders need to spot!
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1. On Purpose
Not an accident
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2. Again & Again
Repeated over time
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3. Unfair Power
Hard for one person to stop
How to Spot Each Clue
Evidence Checklist
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On Purpose
It wasn't a bump in line or a slipped ball. Someone meant to hurt feelings or bodies.
"I wanted to make you feel bad."
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Repeated
It doesn't happen just once on a bad day. It happens yesterday, today, and tomorrow.
"Happens again and again."
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Unfair Power
One kid is older, bigger, or has a crowd of friends, making it hard for the other to defend themselves.
"The sides are not equal."
Conflict is equal arguing. Bullying has all 3 clues!
Case File #202 Class Detective Challenge
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The Lunchroom Case
"Every day at lunch, two third-graders block the table so Mateo cannot sit down. They whisper and laugh whenever Mateo walks by with his tray."
Clue 1: Is it on purpose? (Yes!)
Clue 2: Is it repeated? (Every day!)
Clue 3: Is power unfair? (2 older kids!)
Verdict: This is Bullying. Mateo needs an Upstander. Open your Detective Log!
Bullying Detective Log Worksheet L2
BULLYING DETECTIVE LOG
Upstander Squad • Lesson 2 Practice
Name:
Date:
CLUE 1: On Purpose Not an accidental mistake
CLUE 2: Again & Again Keeps happening over time
CLUE 3: Unfair Power Hard for one person to stop
Case 1: The Hallway Bump Incident #01
Maya is rushing to the bathroom, trips on her shoelace, and accidentally bumps Liam into the lockers. Maya turns around and quickly says, "I am so sorry, Liam! Are you okay?"
On Purpose? Again & Again? Unfair Power?
Detective Verdict:
Accident / Conflict Bullying
Case 2: The Playground Gate Incident #02
Every recess this week, a group of three older kids blocks the slide when Jonah approaches. They laugh, push his shoulders back, and tell him, "No second-graders allowed on our slide." Jonah asks them to stop, but they don't.
On Purpose? Again & Again? Unfair Power?
Detective Verdict:
Accident / Conflict Bullying
Why does Case 2 require an adult or an upstander to help?
Upstander Clue Detective Seal: ⭐ Approved Bully Busters Squad
Heart Glasses Slides Lesson 3 • SEL Upstander Squad
Empathy Power
Put On Your
Heart Glasses
Empathy means seeing the world through someone else's eyes and caring about how they feel inside their heart.
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What Do Heart Glasses Do?
They help us see feelings that might be invisible on the outside.
Outside Face vs. Inside Heart
Hidden Feelings
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On The Outside:
A classmate might look quiet, stare at the floor, pretend not to care, or shrug their shoulders.
"It's easy to miss if you don't look closely."
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Inside The Heart:
They might feel lonely, embarrassed, scared to come to school, or wonder: "Does anyone want to be my friend?"
"Heart Glasses see the hurt."
When we notice someone feeling left out, that is our cue to step in!
Look Through The Glasses Partner Turn & Talk
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Art Class Moment
"Zoe sits alone at the watercolor table. Two students push their chairs away from her and giggle."
1. How might Zoe feel?
What words describe her inside feelings?
2. What can an Upstander do?
What could you say or do in 5 seconds to help?
Empathy is the heart muscle of an Upstander. Get ready for your Heart Check sheet!
Empathy Check In Sheet L3
HEART GLASSES EMPATHY SHEET
Upstander Squad • Lesson 3 Practice
Name:
Date:
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What is Empathy? Putting on "Heart Glasses" means imagining how someone else feels. When we understand their feelings, we can choose kindness and help them feel safe.
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Looking Through Heart Glasses
Scenario: "A classmate drops their lunch tray in the cafeteria. People giggle. The student sits alone at an empty table looking at the floor."
What you see on the OUTSIDE:
(Draw their face or posture)
Expression: Looking down, quiet
What they feel on the INSIDE:
(Draw or write their feeling)
Feeling: Embarrassed, lonely
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Circle 2 Words That Describe Their Feelings:
Lonely
Embarrassed
Worried
Sad
3
What Would You Say To Help Them Feel Welcomed?
Empathy In Action • Upstander Squad Kind Hearts Lead the Way
Upstander Power Slides Lesson 4 • SEL Upstander Squad
The Shift
Bystander or Upstander?
You Have The Power to Choose
When something unfair happens, everyone watching has a choice. What is the difference between standing by and standing up?
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A Bystander
Watches silently, laughs along, or walks away.
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An Upstander
Uses words, kindness, or adult help to protect others.
What Happens When We Do Nothing?
The Power of the Crowd
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When Everyone Stays Silent:
The person being mean thinks: "Everyone agrees with me!"
Silence makes the bullying bigger.
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When One Person Steps In:
More than half the time, bullying stops in less than 10 seconds when a peer speaks up or walks with the target!
One upstander gives courage to all.
You don't need to be loud or angry to be an Upstander—just caring!
Recess Crossroad Turn & Talk (2 Minutes)
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Playground Situation
"A group of four students blocks the jungle gym and laughs while one boy is told, 'You can't climb here!' Three other kids are watching and smiling."
Bystander Reaction:
Watch, laugh quietly, or pretend you didn't see anything.
Upstander Reaction:
Walk over and say: "Hey, there's room for everyone! Come climb with me!"
Be the helper someone needs today. Complete your Choice Board!
Upstander Choice Board Worksheet L4
UPSTANDER CHOICE BOARD
Upstander Squad • Lesson 4 Practice
Name:
Date:
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Bystander Action: Watching quietly or joining in laughing
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Upstander Action: Stepping up with safe words or inviting in
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Read each event. Check the Upstander Choice.
Situation 1: Someone knocks down a classmate's block tower and says, "Oops, too bad!"
Choice A: Walk away and say, "Glad it wasn't my tower." Choice B: Kneel down and say, "I'll help you rebuild it bigger!"
Situation 2: A group says a new student cannot play four-square because they are "too slow."
Choice A: Tell the group, "Four-square is for everyone. They can join!" Choice B: Stay in line quietly so you don't lose your spot.
Situation 3: In the hallway, a student's backpack is unzipped and supplies fall on the floor.
Choice A: Stop, pick up pencils, and zip the bag safely. Choice B: Step over the pencils and keep walking.
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My Choice When I See Unkindness:
Complete the sentence in your own words:
"When I see someone being treated unfairly, I will choose to be an Upstander by..."
Upstander Squad • Lesson 4 Review I Choose To Stand Up
Strong Voice Slides Lesson 5 • Move 1: Speak Up
Clear & Calm
Say It Strong:
Calm Words, Big Courage
Speaking up does not mean shouting or being mean back. It means using a clear, brave voice that shows you mean business.
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Not Whining
"Pleease don't..."
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Not Yelling / Insulting
"You're so stupid!"
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Strong & Assertive
"Stop, that is unkind."
The 3 Steps to a Strong Voice
Body Language Matters
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1. Mountain Stance
Feet planted shoulder-width apart, shoulders back, chin up. You are steady like a rock!
No slouching or looking down
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2. Eye Contact
Look directly at the person's eyes or forehead. It shows confidence and bravery.
Steady, respectful gaze
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3. Palm Up & Speak
Put one hand up like a gentle stop sign and speak clearly: "Stop, that's not okay."
Clear, calm, and firm
Let's all stand up and try the Mountain Stance right now!
4 Go-To Power Phrases Echo Read with the Teacher
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Phrase 1
"Stop. That is unkind."
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Phrase 2
"We don't treat friends like that here."
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Phrase 3
"Leave them alone. They asked you to stop."
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Phrase 4
"Come on, Leo. Let's go play together."
Repeat after me: "Stop. That is unkind." Practice your Stop Phrase Cards!
Stop Phrase Cards Activity L5
STOP PHRASE POCKET CARDS
Upstander Squad • Lesson 5 Practice (Move 1: Speak Up)
Name:
Date:
Mountain Stance Checklist: 1. Feet planted 2. Steady eye contact 3. Palm up stop-sign 4. Calm, firm voice
4 Go-To Pocket Cards (Read & Trace)
Practice saying each card with your partner!
Card 1 • The Boundary ✋
"Stop. That is unkind and not okay."
Use when: Someone says a mean nickname or laughs at a mistake.
Partner Practice Check: ⬜ Stance ⬜ Voice
Card 2 • Community Rule 🏫
"We don't treat friends like that in our school."
Use when: A group is excluding someone from line or lunch.
Partner Practice Check: ⬜ Stance ⬜ Voice
Card 3 • The Defender 🛡️
"Leave them alone. They already asked you to stop."
Use when: A classmate asked someone to stop and was ignored.
Partner Practice Check: ⬜ Stance ⬜ Voice
Card 4 • The Pivot 🤝
"Hey, come with me. Let's go over here together."
Use when: Taking the target away from tension to safety.
Partner Practice Check: ⬜ Stance ⬜ Voice
My Favorite Stop Phrase: Write the phrase that feels easiest for you to use:
Cut and keep in pocket or desk pencil box! Move 1 Mastered
Welcome Circle Slides Lesson 6 • Move 2: Reach Out
Inclusion Power
The Welcome Circle:
Make Room for Everyone
Sometimes bullying isn't mean words—it is leaving someone out on purpose. An Upstander makes circles wider, not walls higher!
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Exclusion Walls
"You can't play with us. There's no room."
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Welcome Circles
"Scoot over! We have plenty of room for you!"
3 Ways to Reach Out
Easy Upstander Actions
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1. The Scoot Move
In the cafeteria or carpet circle, scoot over and pat the empty spot next to you.
"Sit right here with me!"
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2. The Game Pass
At recess, pass the ball to the person standing on the side and shout: "You're on my team!"
"Join our game!"
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3. The Walk-Along
If someone is walking alone looking sad, walk beside them to art, music, or the bus.
"Let's walk together."
Reaching out is an Upstander superpower that anyone can do without arguing!
The Buddy Bench Challenge Turn & Talk (2 Minutes)
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Recess Scene
"A new student is sitting on the buddy bench twisting their jacket strings. Three games of tag are buzzing around them."
What does an Upstander do in the next 10 seconds?
What exact words do you say when you run over to the bench?
"Hey, want to join our game?" Write your Welcome Invitation Cards!
Inclusion Invitation Cards Activity L6
WELCOME CIRCLE INVITATION TICKETS
Upstander Squad • Lesson 6 Practice (Move 2: Reach Out)
Name:
Date:
Upstander Move 2 Power: Inviting someone in cancels out bullying faster than anything else!
Complete 3 Special Welcome Passes:
Write real words you would say!
Pass 1: Recess Play Pass Playground Helper
"Hey! We are playing at recess. Do you want to join our team? You can play with us!"
What game will you invite them to? Write 1 rule they'll love:
Pass 2: Lunchroom Seat Pass Cafeteria Buddy
"I saved a spot right next to me at table . Come sit here! I want to hear about your day."
A friendly question you could ask them at lunch:
Pass 3: Classroom Partner Pass Learning Ally
"Do you want to be reading partners or work on math together? We can share my !"
What classroom supply or book can you share?
How do you feel inside when someone invites you into a game when you're all alone?
Welcome Circle Champion • Upstander Squad Circles Wider, Not Walls Higher
Tell or Tattle Slides Lesson 7 • Move 4: Get An Adult
Safe Reporting
Telling or Tattling?
Knowing When to Get Help
Many kids worry: "If I tell a teacher, am I being a tattle-tale?" Today we learn why getting an adult to keep someone safe is TRUE courage.
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Tattling
Wanting to get someone IN trouble.
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Reporting (Telling)
Wanting to get someone OUT of trouble or hurt.
Ask the 2 Big Questions
Self-Check Guide
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1. Is Someone Hurt or Unsafe?
Are bodies in danger? Are feelings being crushed repeatedly? Can they not solve it alone?
If YES ➔ Tell an adult right away!
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2. What Is My Purpose?
Am I telling because I want to see someone get a consequence, or because I care about safety?
Safety = REPORTING. Payback = TATTLING.
Bullying is ALWAYS something to report. Teachers want to know!
Who Are Your Trusted Adults? Find Help Anywhere In School
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Classroom Teacher
Always ready to listen and protect.
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Recess Coach / Aide
Right on the playground to step in.
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School Nurse / Counselor
Quiet, calm room for emotional safety.
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Bus Driver / Custodian
All school staff are here to keep you safe.
"Excuse me, Mr. / Ms. ___, I need adult help with a safety issue." Fill out your Helper Map!
Trusted Helper Map Worksheet L7
TRUSTED HELPER SAFETY MAP
Upstander Squad • Lesson 7 Practice (Move 4: Get Help)
Name:
Date:
Tattling: Getting someone IN trouble for small things. Reporting: Keeping someone SAFE from hurt or bullying.
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Tattle or Report? Circle your answer:
"Ethan cut the line by one spot to stand next to his best friend."
Tattling Reporting
"An older kid pushes Noah on the swings every day and says, 'Get off my turf.'"
Tattling Reporting
"Sophia ate her dessert fruit snack before finishing her sandwich."
Tattling Reporting
"A group of students keeps whispering mean nicknames whenever Ben walks by."
Tattling Reporting
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My 3 Trusted School Adults:
👩🏫 Adult 1: In My Classroom
Name:
Role: Teacher / Aide
🦺 Adult 2: On The Playground
Name:
Role: Recess Monitor
🩺 Adult 3: In The Building
Name:
Role: Counselor / Nurse
Practice the Adult Help Script: Fill in the blanks:
"Excuse me, . I need help because someone is being treated , and they cannot solve it safely alone."
Reporting Keeps Us Safe • Upstander Squad Safety First
Distract Defuse Slides Lesson 8 • Move 3: Switch It
The Quick Switch
Distract & Defuse:
The Power of the Pivot
You don't have to start an argument to stop bullying. Sometimes the cleverest upstander move is simply changing the channel!
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What Does "Defuse" Mean?
It means cooling down a hot, tense moment so everyone stays safe and walks away.
3 Quick-Switch Moves
Smart Redirection
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1. The Random Question
Break the tension with an unexpected question: "Wait, what time does lunch start?" or "Did anyone see that cool bird?"
Interrupts the mean thought!
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2. The "Come Look!" Call
Run over to the target and say: "Maya! Come quick, you've got to see this butterfly by the garden!"
Pulls them safely away!
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3. The Mission Ask
Create an errand: "Hey Liam, Mr. Davis needs us to return the recess basketball right now. Come help me carry it!"
Gives an instant exit route!
Notice: You don't insult or yell at the bully. You simply rescue your friend!
Quick Switch in Action Turn & Talk (2 Minutes)
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Art Class Moment
"A classmate is making fun of Sam's clay sculpture, saying it looks like a pile of mud. Sam is about to cry."
How can you use Move 3 (Switch It) right now?
Try: "Hey Sam, will you show me how you shaped that clay dinosaur? Let's work at my table!"
Smart redirection saves the day without a fight. Open your Quick Switch Handout!
Quick Switch Moves Handout L8
QUICK SWITCH UPSTANDER MOVES
Upstander Squad • Lesson 8 Practice (Move 3: Switch It)
Name:
Date:
Move A: Random Question Breaks the mean pattern
Move B: "Come Look!" Call Invites target away safely
Move C: Mission Ask Creates an instant errand
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Which Quick Switch works best? Write A, B, or C:
1. On the blacktop near the swings:
Someone is telling Clara her drawing looks messy. Clara's chin is trembling.
Best Move:
2. In line for lunch:
Two kids are arguing loudly about who has more chicken nuggets.
Best Move:
3. In the library corner:
A student is blocking a book bin and not letting David see the graphic novels.
Best Move:
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Create Your Distraction Line:
Imagine a friend is feeling uncomfortable at recess. What silly or exciting thing could you say to pull them away?
Example: "Whoa, look at that cloud shaped like a giant pizza! Let's go see!"
Move 3: Defuse Without Drama • Upstander Squad Clever Upstander
Rehearsal Scenario Slides Lesson 9 • Practice Rehearsal
Live Action Practice
Rehearsal Rounds:
Put Your Moves Into Action
Firefighters practice before a fire. Upstanders practice before recess! Today we rehearse our 4 core moves.
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1. Speak Up
"Stop, that's unkind."
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2. Reach Out
"Come sit with me!"
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3. Switch It
"Look at this game!"
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4. Get An Adult
"I need help right now."
Ground Rules for Rehearsal
Safe & Respectful Practice
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1. It's Just Pretend
We are actors practicing bravery. No one is really mean, and no one really gets hurt.
Pretend situations only!
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2. No Real Insults
Never use real insults or physical touching. Use the script card words to keep our friends safe.
Gentle words only!
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3. Cheer Each Other
Give high-fives and say "Great strong voice!" when your partner tries out their line.
Upstander encouragement!
Practice builds muscle memory so you are ready in real life!
Live Roleplay Challenge Partners A & B (3 Minutes)
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Recess Basketball Court
"A classmate is told: 'You're too small to shoot! Give us the ball and get off the blacktop!'"
Partner A (Upstander):
Stand in Mountain Stance: "Stop, basketball is for everyone here. Pass them the ball!"
Partner B (Support Friend):
Step up next to Partner A: "Yeah! Let's play 2-on-2 together!"
Switch roles when the teacher rings the chime! Grab your Rehearsal Script!
Action Rehearsal Script Activity L9
ACTION REHEARSAL PARTNER SCRIPT
Upstander Squad • Lesson 9 Practice (Roleplay Lab)
Partner 1:
Partner 2:
Actor Rules: 1. Kind pretend voices only 2. Mountain stance posture 3. Switch roles after Round 1
Round 1: The Swings Stand-Off (Focus: Move 1 + Move 2) Scene 1
Setting: Jordan is waiting for a swing. Another student says, "Go away, you can't swing with us!"
Actor A (The Upstander): (Stands tall with hand in stop sign) "Stop. Everyone gets a turn on the swings after 100 pumps."
Actor B (Friend/Ally): (Steps up next to Upstander) "Yeah, Jordan was next in line. We can count turns together!"
Partner 1 Rating:
Strong Voice Mountain Stance Calm & Safe
Round 2: Cafeteria Whispers (Focus: Move 3 + Move 4) Switch Roles!
Setting: Kids are giggling and whispering about Alex's lunch box. Alex looks ready to cry.
Actor B (The Upstander): (Smiles, sits right next to Alex) "Hey Alex, look at my comic book! Want to read it with me?"
Actor A (Friend/Ally): "I love comic books too! Let's sit together at this table."
Partner 2 Rating:
Kind Redirect Friendly Smile Warm Inclusion
Which move felt easiest for you today, and why?
Rehearsal Lab Certified • Upstander Squad Ready for Real Life
Squad Celebration Slides Lesson 10 • Finale & Ceremony
Official Certification
The Squad Promise:
Our Upstander Classroom Charter
Over 10 lessons, you learned to spot bullying clues, wear heart glasses, speak with a strong voice, and welcome others. You are ready!
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Recognize
Spot hurtful trouble
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Empathize
Care for feelings
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Stand Up
Safe, brave action
Our 4 Upstander Promises
Choral Recitation
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Promise 1
"I will use my strong voice to say stop to unkind words."
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Promise 2
"I will widen our circles so no one has to sit or play alone."
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Promise 3
"I will redirect and switch tense moments to keep friends safe."
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Promise 4
"I will report to trusted adults whenever someone is hurt."
Please raise your right hand and repeat after your teacher!
Ceremony Moment Official Squad Members
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Congratulations, Upstander Squad!
Our classroom is safer, kinder, and happier because of your courage and compassion. You are officially certified!
Give your partner an Upstander high-five! Sign your official Pledge Certificate!
Upstander Squad Pledge Certificate ⭐ Official SEL Certification • Grade 2 ⭐
UPSTANDER SQUAD PLEDGE
This certifies that a brave helper has pledged to make our school safe and kind.
I, Upstander Champion
(Write your full name here)
solemnly promise to stand up, reach out, and protect others with courage and kindness.
My 4 Upstander Commitments:
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1. I will SPEAK UP with a strong, calm voice. I will say "Stop, that is unkind" whenever I see someone being hurt or teased.
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2. I will REACH OUT and widen our circles. I will invite friends who are alone to sit at lunch, play at recess, and join our group.
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3. I will SWITCH IT to defuse tense moments. I will use clever redirections to safely steer friends away from arguments.
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4. I will GET AN ADULT to keep everyone safe. I know that reporting repeated hurtful behavior is true courage, not tattling.
Student Signature Upstander Defender
⭐ Official Upstander Badge
Teacher Signature Squad Facilitator
