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Bullying and Relationships

Relationship skills are just as essential as knowing how to read and write. When children are taught how to recognize and manage their emotions, how to make decisions and how to behave ethically and responsibly, they are better equipped to engage in healthy relationships.

School staff play an important role in modelling healthy relationships and in preventing and intervening in bullying. These curriculum resources and useful links will assist with classroom instruction and will help school staff create a supportive environment for all students.

Curriculum resources

To order any of the following curriculum resources, please contact the Resource Centre.

Elementary curriculum resources

DVDs and other resources
Resource	Resource number	Curriculum links
What Does it Mean to be a Good Friend? (2010) Students will learn the characteristics and skills of a good friend. These qualities include listening, showing empathy, thinking before you act, and standing by your friends. Students will assess their friendship skills, and will work to apply these skills during real life scenarios of conflict between friends. Includes a teacher resource book and student handouts (20 min.).	D131	Gr. 2 C2.3, C3.1 (PSIP) Gr. 3 C1.3 (HDSH) Gr. 4 C1.3, C2.2 (PSIP) Gr. 5 C2.2, C3.2 (PSIP)
Play it Safe: Strategies for a Safe School Environment (2009) This DVD introduces students to the four strategies for creating a safe school environment. The strategies are stopping and thinking, aiming for kindness and respect, forming connections, and eliminating risk. Includes a teacher resource book, handouts, and pre/post tests for students (18 min.).	D130	Gr. 5 C1.1, C2.2 (PSIP) Gr. 6 C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr. 7 C1.1, C2.2 (PSIP) Gr. 8 C2.2, C3.2 (PSIP)
How to Say No and Really Mean it (2012) Five teens face situations that test their ability to say NO in a convincing manner. The program walks students through 5 skills that enable these teens to say no effectively: 1) analyzing the situation, 2) considering consequences, 3) looking at alternatives, 4) recognizing influences, and 5) using assertiveness skills (20 min.).	D140	Gr. 7 C2.2 (PSIP), C2.4 (HDSH) Gr. 8 C1.4, C2.4 (HDSH) C2.2 (PSIP)
The Dangers of Sexting: What Teens Need to Know (2011) 'Sexting' refers to the sending of sexually suggestive text, photos, or videos between cell phones or via the internet. This resource, created to empower young people with information to help them avoid this risky behaviour, highlights the social, emotional, and legal consequences of sexting (17 min.).	D114	Gr. 7 C1.1, C2.2 (PSIP), C2.4 (HDSH) Gr. 8 C2.2, C3.2(PSIP), C2.4,C3.3 (HDSH)
Relationships & Communication Activities (1993) Book of activities exploring the topics of families, friends, dating, and communication. Ready to copy work sheets included.	1244A3	Gr. 4 C1.3 (PSIP) Gr. 5 C2.2 (PSIP) Gr. 6 C2.6 (HDSH), 2.3, 3.2 (PSIP) Gr. 7 C2.4, 3.3 (HDSH), C2.2 (PSIP) Gr. 8 C2.4, C3.3(HDSH),C2.2, C3.2(PSIP)
Teen Romance: What's Risky and What's Not (2009) This video enables students to see romance in a clear light, exploring love, sex, friendships, and how easily all three can get mixed up. Includes candid discussions focusing on the mental and emotional aspects of teenage sex and romance. Also addresses cyber relationships (17 min.).	D82	Gr. 7 C2.4 (HDSH), C1.1, C2.2 (PSIP) Gr. 8 C2.4, C3.3 (HDSH), C2.2, C3.2 (PSIP)
I Was Cyberbullied (2010) This DVD presents three real-life stories from young people who were targets of cyberbullying attacks and offers practical suggestions for how to avoid being victimized by this rapidly-spreading type of bullying. After watching the DVD and working on activities in the teacher resource book, students will appreciate the serious consequences that can arise from cyberbullying and determine what they can do to make their school and community a safer place for all (23 min.).	D104	Gr. 7 C1.1, C2.2(PSIP) Gr. 8 C2.2, C3.2(PSIP)
Straight Talk About Cyberbullying (2008) Produced by Mike Chase, teacher with the Limestone District School Board. Cyberbullying is explored through interviews with local young people, teachers, administrators, a behaviour consultant and a police detective. An excellent resource for teachers who are seeking knowledge about the world of cyberbullying. This DVD and workbook will provide a starting point for further dialogue.	14545	Gr. 7 C1.1, C2.2(PSIP) Gr. 8 C2.2, C3.2(PSIP)
The Bully's Mark (2007) The Bully's Mark gives a disturbing look at a problem that all the anti-bullying programs on the planet have been unable to solve. Why are some kids bullies? Why are some kids targets? Why are so many of us silent bystanders? The Bully's Mark follows Erin, now a personable, confident law student, on an odyssey back to her old junior high where she was bullied. There, she meets modern-day victims and their bullies, and prepares to come face to face with the bullies of her past. This documentary also offers some solutions: Peace talks and cooking classes where the bullies and their victims must learn to work together (42 min.).	D68	Gr. 6 C2.3, C3.2(PSIP) Gr. 7 C1.1, C2.2(PSIP) Gr. 8 C3.2 (PSIP) Teacher Resource

Secondary curriculum resources

DVDs
Resource	Resource number	Curriculum links
How to Say No and Really Mean it (2012) Five teens face situations that test their ability to say NO in a convincing manner. The program walks students through 5 skills that enable these teens to say no effectively: 1) analyzing the situation, 2) considering consequences, 3) looking at alternatives, 4) recognizing influences, and 5) using assertiveness skills (20 min.).	D140	Gr. 9 C2.2, C 2.3 (HDSH), C3.3 (PSIP), C3.4 (SUA) Gr. 10 C2.3 (PSIP), C2.4 (SUA), C2.5 (HDSH) Gr. 11 C2.1 (PSIP)
The Dangers of Sexting: What Teens Need to Know. (2011) 'Sexting' refers to the sending of sexually suggestive text, photos, or videos between cell phones or via the internet. This resource, created to empower young people with information to help them avoid this risky behaviour, highlights the social, emotional, and legal consequences of sexting (17 min.).	D114	Gr. 9 C2.2, C2.3(HDSH), C1.2, C3.3 (PSIP), C1.3, C3.4 (SUA) Gr. 10 C2.5, C3.5 (HDSH), C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr. 11 C2.3 (HDSH), C2.1 (PSIP) Gr. 12 C1.1, C3.2 (PSIP)
Am I Ready? Making Healthy Sexual Decisions (2011) In this video teenagers and health experts speak about the importance of healthy decision-making when it comes to sexual activity. This program highlights the numerous factors that go into a young person's decision to become sexually active or not, beginning with a discussion of sexual pressure from the media, peers, and partners. Viewers are reminded that more than half of all students do not have sex before graduating from high school. Condoms and other forms of contraception are discussed, but abstinence is presented as the healthiest choice for teens and the benefits of delaying sexual activity are emphasized (24 min.). Teacher resource book included.	D121	Gr. 9 C1.4, C2.2, C2.3 (HDSH) C3.3(PSIP), C3.4 (SUA) Gr. 10 C2.5, C3.5(HDSH), C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr.11C2.3 (HDSH), C2.1(PSIP) Gr. 12 C1.1, C3.2 (PSIP)
Teen Romantic Relationships: As They See It (2011) This DVD presents a real-life look at high school dating, covering topics such as the elements of a healthy relationship, boundaries related to sex, the importance of communication and trust, dealing with jealousy, and the emotional difficulties of breaking up. Interviews with teens are intercut with comments from a health/sex education professional, who offers relevant explanations and advice. Comprehensive teacher's guide and workbook included (20 min.).	D117	Gr. 9 C2.2, C2.3 (HDSH) 3.3 (PSIP), C3.4(SUA) Gr. 10 C2.5, C3.5 (HDSH), C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr.11 C2.3(HDSH),C2.1(PSIP) Gr. 12 C1.3(HDSH)
Teen Romance: What's Risky and What's Not (2009) Video enables students to see romance in a clear light, exploring love, sex, friendships, and how easily all three can get mixed up. Includes candid discussions focusing on the mental and emotional aspects of teenage sex and romance. Also addresses cyber relationships (17 min.).	D82	Gr. 9 C2.2, C2.3 (HDSH) 3.3 (PSIP), C3.4(SUA) Gr. 10 C2.5, C3.5 (HDSH), C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr.11 C2.3(HDSH),C2.1(PSIP) Gr. 12 C1.3(HDSH)
Open Arms? Open Eyes! Power, Control and Abuse in Teen Relationships (2007) This award-winning video identifies the warning signs in teen relationships that set the stage for adult domestic violence. A great discussion starter, it is based on real scenarios and dialogue suggested by teenagers themselves. It features high school students, and is an excellent resource for raising awareness about healthy and unhealthy relationships (28 min.).	D80	Gr. 9 C2.2, C2.3 (HDSH), C3.2, C3.3 (PSIP), C1.3, C3.4 (SUA) Gr. 10 C2.5, C3.5 (HDSH), C1.1, C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr. 11 C2.3 (HDSH), C2.1 (PSIP)
I Was Cyberbullied (2010) This DVD presents three real-life stories from young people who were targets of cyberbullying attacks and offers viewers practical suggestions for how to avoid being victimized by this rapidly-spreading type of bullying. After watching the DVD and working on activities in the teacher resource book, students will appreciate the serious consequences that can arise from cyberbullying and determine what they can do to make their school and community a safer place for all (23 min.).	D104	Gr. 9 C2.2, C2.3(HDSH), C1.2, C3.3 (PSIP), C1.3, C3.4 (SUA) Gr. 10 C2.5, C3.5 (HDSH), C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP) Gr. 11 C2.3 (HDSH), C2.1 (PSIP) Gr. 12 C1.1, C3.2 (PSIP)
Straight Talk About Cyberbullying (2008) Produced by Mike Chase, teacher with the Limestone District School Board. Cyberbullying is explored through interviews with local young people, teachers, administrators, a behaviour consultant and a police detective. An excellent resource for teachers who are seeking knowledge about the world of cyberbullying. This DVD and workbook will provide a starting point for further dialogue.	14545	Gr. 9 C1.2, C3.3 (PSIP), C1.3, C3.4 (SUA), C2.2, C2.3 (HDHS) Gr. 10 C2.3, C3.2 (PSIP), Gr. 11 C1.2, C2.1(PSIP) Gr. 12 C1.1, C2.2(PSIP)

Additional resources

Relationships and Bullying useful links:

PREVNet - Canada's Authority on Bullying: This website has specific sections for kids, teens, parents, and educators. The educator section has articles relevant to teachers, lesson plans about online safety, a handbook on bullying for educators, and a collection of bullying factsheets and tools for schools.

Kids Help Phone Canada: This website is a good resource for students where they can access age-appropriate information on emotional health and relationship topics. They can also contact this organization via email, instant messaging, and phone to talk to trained staff about any problems they might be experiencing. It also offers tips for adults on how to foster hope and promote emotional health and well-being in young people.

Canada Safety Council: This website has a section on Cyber Bullying with information including what to do if a student reports Cyber Bullying.

The Canadian Safe School Network: This website has a resource section for educators with an overview of bullying and specific strategies for dealing with bullying behavior. It also includes a help section where parents and students can ask questions, raise concerns, seek consultation, and receive expert advice on what to do and where to turn for help.

Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services: This website contains information, resources, and videos for educators, parents and teens on healthy and unhealthy relationships, consent, relationship violence, gender identity relationships and technology, and more.