An original story idea
A pupil notices repeated unkind behaviour at a pretend school. The pupil finds a trusted adult, describes what happened, and receives practical support; solving the problem is not left to the child alone.
Emotional learning
Stories that address bullying with honesty and care. Help children understand standing up for themselves and others, and when to involve an adult. These stories are conversation starters, not treatment. Seek professional support when a situation requires more than a story.
Emotional learning
A pupil notices repeated unkind behaviour at a pretend school. The pupil finds a trusted adult, describes what happened, and receives practical support; solving the problem is not left to the child alone.
Avoid graphic scenes, blaming the target, or requiring confrontation and forgiveness. Keep real names and school details out of the story. Actual safety concerns need an adult response beyond reading.
Ask which adults the fictional character could approach. The child need not retell a personal incident, and the story should not promise a quick resolution.
Use gentle, age-aware language and let the child set the pace.
Treat stories as conversation starters, not treatment.
Seek trusted adult or professional support when a situation needs more than a story.
Create a story where the hero encounters unkind behavior, navigates the situation with support from a trusted adult, and learns that asking for help is strength.
Families navigating a sensitive situation. These stories support conversation and do not replace professional guidance.
No. Show trusted adults taking the concern seriously and helping with safety. A story cannot replace a school's response or professional support.
Create a story where the hero encounters unkind behavior, navigates the situation with support from a trusted adult, and learns that asking for help is strength.
Families navigating a sensitive situation. These stories support conversation and do not replace professional guidance.