Stop Gossip, Be an Upstander

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Social Relationships

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Grade Level4th Grade

SubjectSocial Relationships

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Warm-Up: “Is it Helpful?” (5 minutes) Teacher says: “Sometimes people share information for a good reason, and sometimes it becomes gossip.” Write 3 quick statements on the board (or say aloud). Students do thumbs up/down: “Telling a teacher that someone is hurt.” (helpful) “Saying ‘Did you hear what happened to…?’ when the person isn’t there.” (often gossip) “Complimenting someone’s work.” (helpful) Quick debrief: Ask: “What makes something helpful vs. hurtful?” 2) Mini-Lesson: The Scoop

This learning resource aims to educate students on the distinction between helpful information and gossip. It outlines clear learning goals, including defining gossip, recognizing gossip situations versus helpful information, and employing strategies to stop gossip. Various activities, such as a warm-up exercise determining whether statements are helpful or gossip, guided practice scenarios for students to identify gossip, and a reflective section for personal insights, are provided. The document also introduces the '4 S's' strategies—STOP, SWITCH, SUPPORT, and SPEAK UP—to empower students to take a stand against gossip. Through discussions, self-reflection, and class interactions, students will learn the importance of being upstanders and building trust within their social circles.