Bullying Prevention Month - Monique Burr Foundation

October is National Bullying Prevention Month. Research shows bullying CAN be stopped, but true change requires consistent education and intervention. Below are lesson plans for educators to help create a culture of kindness and safety in your school(s). Educators and prevention specialists at MBF developed these bullying prevention lesson plans for use during the month of October (Bullying Prevention Month) to help prevent and stop bullying.

While one lesson will not end bullying, using this lesson and the included activities as part of a broader plan to help reduce bullying is a great start.

October 2022:

NEW: Bullying Prevention Month Toolkit

October 2021:

October 2020:

October 2019:

Grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8

October 2018:

Grades K-2

Grades 3-5

Grades 6-8

October 2017:

Florida Schools – Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8

National Schools – Grades K-2, Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8

Additional Resources:

Safety Matters Song

Safety Brief: Identifying & Reporting Bullying

What They're Saying...

The MBF Teen Safety Matters curriculum hosts an in-depth approach to important social and safety concerns relevant to youth. The program content is age-appropriate with engaging activities, jargon, and realistic situations to positively promote a relatable and impacting learning experience…Teen Safety Matters is an educational benefit to all parties involved – students, parents, facilitators, and schools.

Sharon W. Cooper, MD

National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

I heard about the program through my son. He came home…and showed me the safety rules. I cannot thank the Foundation enough; to have other people who are also concerned about my child’s safety and the safety of other kids is wonderful. I especially like the program’s focus on the prevention side.

Roberta Targino, M.S.

Parent and Mental Health Counselor

The MBF Child Safety Matters program is impressive. This important information is well formulated and well presented, developmentally appropriate, and based on good understanding of literature.

David Finkelhor, Ph.D.

Crimes Against Children Research Center