Have you ever seen someone being treated unfairly or unkindly? It’s important to know how we can help in these situations. Let’s learn about being an “upstander,” which means standing up for others and showing kindness when things aren’t fair.
An upstander is a person who helps others when they are being treated badly. Unlike a bystander, who just watches and does nothing, an upstander takes action to make things right. They use their words or actions to support people who are being hurt or left out.
Being an upstander is very important because it helps make the world a better place. Here are some reasons why being an upstander is great:
Here are some examples of how you can be an upstander:
These examples show that anyone can be an upstander, whether it’s for themselves or for others.
In a world where unfairness can happen, being an upstander is very important. By showing kindness, fairness, and respect, we can all help make our community a better place. Let’s celebrate the upstanders around us and try to be upstanders ourselves every day!
Role-Playing Scenarios: Gather a few friends or family members and act out different scenarios where someone might need an upstander. For example, pretend someone is being left out of a game. Practice what you would say or do to help. Discuss how it feels to stand up for someone and how it might make the person feel who is being helped.
Upstander Journal: Start a journal where you write or draw about times you or someone else acted as an upstander. Each day, try to find at least one example of upstander behavior, whether it’s something you did or something you observed. Share your entries with a parent or teacher and talk about why these actions were important.
Kindness Challenge: Create a “Kindness Challenge” chart with your class or family. Each time someone acts as an upstander, add a sticker or mark to the chart. Set a goal for how many acts of kindness you want to achieve in a week. Celebrate when you reach your goal and discuss how these actions have made a difference in your community.
