From Bullied to Brave classroom activities for teachers

Turn Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell's book into step-by-step lessons that build confidence, empathy, and safe classroom cultures in weeks.

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From Bullied to Brave classroom activities Overview

From Bullied to Brave classroom activities use the strategies from Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell's book, From Bullied to Brave: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Bullies, to give teachers ready-made lessons that teach students how to respond to bullying, build confidence, and support peers. These activities are classroom-tested and link directly to the book's tools and scripts. Buy the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1456672681

Each lesson includes objectives, materials, step-by-step facilitation notes, role-play scripts, and reflection prompts. Activities are adaptable for grades K–8, take 20–50 minutes each, and can be delivered during homeroom, SEL blocks, or advisory periods.

Research-backed and teacher-friendly: with bullying affecting approximately 1 in 5 students, these lessons prioritize prevention, student voice, and measurable outcomes. Use the included assessment rubrics and pre/post reflection prompts to track growth in empathy, assertiveness, and classroom safety.

Key Features of These Classroom Activities

Ready-to-use Lesson Plans

Fully scripted lessons tied to chapters in From Bullied to Brave so teachers can implement lessons with minimal prep.

Role-Play & Scripts

Age-appropriate role-play scenarios and exact language kids can practice to respond calmly and safely to bullying.

Discussion Prompts & Journals

Guided questions and reflection journal pages that build empathy and help students process experiences.

Assessment Rubrics

Simple rubrics and pre/post reflection tools to measure changes in confidence, peer support, and classroom climate.

Home-School Connection Materials

Take-home sheets and parent guides to extend learning and encourage consistent responses across home and school.

Why Use These Classroom Activities

  • Straightforward lessons teachers can run with little prep
  • Builds student confidence and practical conflict skills
  • Encourages peer support and bystander intervention
  • Aligned to social-emotional learning outcomes
  • Includes tools to measure student progress
  • Scalable for whole-class, small group, or counselor sessions

What People Are Saying

“These classroom activities transformed our advisory period—students are more confident and know how to support each other.”

— Maya Torres, 5th Grade Teacher, Austin, TX

“I used the role-play scripts during guidance and saw immediate changes in student language and reactions to teasing.”

— Lena Kim, School Counselor, Seattle, WA

“Practical, kid-centered, and easy to implement. Parents reported their children felt safer and more empowered at school.”

— Daniel Reed, PTA President, Springfield, IL

Frequently Asked Questions

Designed primarily for K–8, activities include variations and scripts to scale language and scenarios for younger or older students.

Most lessons run 20–50 minutes. Shorter mini-lessons and extended multi-session units are included for flexibility.

No special training required—each lesson is fully scripted with facilitator notes, classroom management tips, and safety guidance.

Yes. The activities rely on proven SEL strategies—role-play, reflection, and peer support—that research shows reduce bullying behavior and increase student resilience.

Yes. The package includes take-home sheets and parent guides to reinforce learning outside the classroom.

Purchase From Bullied to Brave: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Bullies and access classroom activities via Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1456672681

Turn Your Classroom From Bullied to Brave

Bring Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell's practical lessons into your school to teach skills that prevent bullying and build lasting student confidence.

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