Unit 2: Everyday it Happens
Paraphrasing
Stanza 1
Every time I try to speak, someone ends up disliking me and whenever they say something hurtful, I have to forgive them again. Whenever I listen to what they say, I hold back my angry responses and when I hear their words, I quietly wipe away my tears.
Stanza 2
No matter where I go, I feel like a victim without a name. Even when I try to hide, they always manage to find me again. Whenever they see me, I pretend to be happy and smile but once they’re gone, I can’t hold back the tears anymore.
Final Stanza
At night, even in my sleep, I have terrifying dreams and during the day, I wish my life wasn’t like this.
Questions/Answers
Based on your reading of the poem, how do you think bullying makes people feel?
Bullying makes people feel hurt, sad, and alone. It can make them feel like they’re not good enough and cause them to lose confidence in themselves. It can also make school feel like an unsafe or scary place.
Now that you know more about bullying what do you think you can do to make a difference at school? What are some ways that you could help someone who is being bullied?
I can make a difference by standing up for the one who is being bullied, being kind to everyone, and reporting bullying when I see it. Even small actions like including someone who is left out or saying something nice can make a big difference.
Summarize the poem in you own words.
Summary:
The poem talks about how bullying can hurt someone deeply, even if it's just words. It shows how people who are bullied might hide their pain, but it affects them a lot inside. The poem encourages everyone to be kind, speak up, and help stop bullying. Bullying is one of the biggest cause of depression and suicide in among the teenage students.
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