Happy English: TERM I -Unit 3– Supplementary

LESSON PLAN for this lesson is given at the end of the answers.

Class 7- TERM I -Unit 3– Supplementary – Taking the Bully by Horns.

A. Choose the correct answer.

1. What is bullying?

a) When you and a friend get into a fight

b) When someone accidently bumps into you on the playground

c) When someone is hurt by others either by words or actions, feels bad because

of it, and finds it hard to stop what’s happening to them

d) Rolling a ball to knock over pins

Answer : c) When someone is hurt by others either by words or actions, feels bad because of it, and finds it hard to stop what’s happening to them

2. What should you do if you are being bullied?

a) Speak up

b) Tell and adult

c) Know that you have the right to be safe

d) All of the above

Answer : d) All of the above

3. How do you recognise someone who bullies?

a) Size – The person bullying is bigger than the person being bullied

b) Gender – Girls don’t bully, only boys do

c) Behaviour – They do something that hurts or harms another person

d) Age – It is always the older kids picking on the younger ones

Answer : c) Behaviour – They do something that hurts or harms another person

4. What should you do if you see bullying?

a) Help get them away from the situation

b) Tell an adult

c) Let them know that no one deserves to be bullied

d) All of the above

Answer : d) All of the above

B. Answer the following questions.

1. What could be the reasons for bullying?

The story suggests several reasons for bullying. Bullies might have low self-esteem and try to feel better by putting others down. They might be dealing with their own insecurities or problems, like Ajay's potential exam worries or Meena's feelings about her ears, and they redirect these feelings towards someone else. They might also bully to fit in with a group or to gain attention and a sense of power.

2. Why do some children bully others?

Some children bully others because it makes them feel a sense of control or power. They might enjoy the attention they receive from others who witness the bullying, especially if those onlookers laugh or don't intervene. Underlying these actions is often a lack of self-esteem, and they try to elevate themselves by making someone else feel inferior.

3. What does Ajay enjoy about bullying?

The story says Ajay enjoys the feeling of control he gets from bullying Anu. He also enjoys the attention he receives from others who laugh instead of telling him to stop.

4. What is empathy?

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It means being able to put yourself in someone else's shoes¹and experience the situation as they do, rather than just being an observer.

5. How does bullying affect one?

Bullying can have significant negative effects on a person. It can lead to feelings of dejection, loneliness, and isolation, causing a loss of confidence. It can also affect their physical health, leading to issues with eating and sleeping, increased sickness, and difficulty concentrating. In some cases, bullying can even lead to changes in the bullied person's behavior, such as becoming withdrawn or displaying sudden anger.

C. Think and answer

Suppose the person bullying is one of your friends,

1. Would you keep quiet?

This is a tough situation. Keeping quiet might seem like the easier option to avoid upsetting your friend or being ostracized. However, knowing that your friend's actions are hurting someone else creates a conflict. Remaining silent would mean indirectly condoning the bullying behavior.

2. At what point would you do something?

I would feel compelled to act as soon as I recognized that my friend's behavior was intentionally and repeatedly causing harm and distress to another person. The fact that the target of the bullying feels unable to stop it themselves would be a key indicator that intervention is needed.

3. What would you do?

My first step would be to talk to my friend privately. I would try to explain how their actions are affecting the person being bullied and appeal to their sense of empathy. I might say something like, "Hey, I've noticed how Anu seems upset when you tease her about her height. It doesn't seem fair, and I can see it's really bothering her."

If the bullying continued or if my friend dismissed my concerns, I would then consider speaking to a responsible adult, such as a teacher or counselor. While this might feel like "getting my friend in trouble," the priority would be to stop the harmful behavior and ensure the safety and well-being of the person being bullied. I would also try to offer support to the person being bullied by including them and showing them kindness.

Lesson Plan – “Taking the Bully by the Horns”

1. Learning Objectives (Teacher aims to achieve)

To help students understand the meaning and different types of bullying.
To highlight the causes, effects, and consequences of bullying for both bullies and victims.
To develop empathy and encourage students to stand against bullying.
To promote strategies for safe, respectful, and inclusive interaction.

2. Learning Outcomes (Expected from students in daily life)

Students will recognize bullying behavior in real-life situations.
They will show empathy towards others and avoid hurtful actions.
They will respond appropriately to bullying by informing responsible adults and supporting victims.
They will practice inclusion and discourage peer pressure.

3. Introduction (Questions to engage students)

Have you or someone you know ever been teased repeatedly? How did it feel?
What is the difference between a harmless joke and bullying?
What would you do if you saw someone being left out of a game or group?
Do you think it’s easy or hard to stand up to a bully? Why?

4. Reading and Understanding

Students read the lesson silently, followed by teacher-guided reading aloud.
Teacher pauses to explain difficult/new vocabulary and concepts.

Meanings of some difficult words:

Bully – A person who repeatedly hurts, threatens, or intimidates others.
Nickname – A familiar or funny name given instead of a real name.
Self-conscious – Uncomfortably aware of oneself, often about appearance.
Humiliate – To make someone feel ashamed or foolish.
Empathy – The ability to understand and share the feelings of others.
Peer pressure – Influence from people of one's own group to behave in a certain way.
Excluded – Left out or not allowed to take part.
Consequences – Results or effects of actions.
Ragging – Another word for bullying, harassment, or humiliating tricks.

5. Mind Map (Visual Representation)

Flowchart on board:


text
Bullying
│
├── Types
│    ├── Verbal (teasing, nicknames)
│    ├── Physical (hitting, pushing)
│    ├── Social Exclusion (leaving someone out)
│    └── Spreading rumors
│
├── Causes
│    ├── Low self-esteem
│    ├── Peer pressure
│    └── Personal insecurities
│
├── Effects
│    ├── Victim: sadness, health issues, isolation
│    └── Bully: poor relationships, bad reputation
│
└── Solutions
     ├── Inform responsible adult
     ├── Support the victim
     └── Practice empathy

6. Consolidation and Presentation (Summary of the lesson)

The story shows how Ajay bullies Anu about her height, while Meena stays silent out of loyalty, even though she feels bad for Anu.
Bullying can be verbal, physical, or social, and it hurts victims deeply.
People often bully out of their own insecurities or to feel powerful.
By standing up, informing adults, and practicing empathy, bullying can be reduced.
Everyone has a role in making schools and communities safe.

7. Reinforcement (Extra information)

Bullying can happen in person and online (cyberbullying).
Ignoring or laughing along with a bully encourages the behavior.
Supporting the victim in small ways (including them, talking to them) makes a big difference.
Reporting is not “telling tales” — it is protecting someone.

8. Evaluation (Three Levels of Questions)

a) Lower Order Thinking:

What is peer pressure?

b) Middle Order Thinking:

Why do some children bully others?

c) Higher Order Thinking:

If you saw your friend bullying another student, what steps would you take to stop it? Why?

9. Remedial Teaching (For slow learners)

Use simpler language and clear, short sentences to explain main ideas.
Show pictures or videos illustrating bullying and positive responses.
Role-play common scenarios so they can practice responses.
Re-explain vocabulary with actions or real-life examples.

10. Writing Task

Students write a short paragraph: “If I were in Meena’s place, this is what I would do…”
OR: Write a diary entry as if you were Anu, describing your feelings and what you want to happen.

11. Follow-up Activity (Homework/Assignment)

Create a poster or slogan about stopping bullying.
Observe the school environment for any acts of kindness or bullying and write about one incident and how it was handled.
Share with the class an example from media, a book, or real life about standing up against a bully.

Happy English

Sunday, April 27, 2025

Class 7- TERM I - Unit 3 – Supplementary – Taking the Bully by Horns.