5 sessions; 40 minutes per session

1. SWBAT identify the characteristics of a bully.
2. SWBAT identify techniques to deal with a bully.
3. SWBAT work in groups to brainstorm an anti-bullying slogan.
4. SWBAT use a digital camera to photograph letters.

1. Digital cameras (one per group)
2. Printer to print out letters
3. Scissors
4. Large butcher paper/poster board
5. Glue sticks

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Day 1: The elementary counselor came in to talk to students about bullying. They talked about characteristics of bullies, how to deal with a bully and why differences are good. Students worked in groups at their tables to brainstorm a slogan. When they had a slogan figured out, they were asked to decide on a theme for their letters.

Day 2-3: Students used the digital camera to photograph their letters. I gave a brief demonstration of how to use the cameras and showed students examples of alphabet photography. One class elected to go outside and photographed playground equipment and the other class elected to photograph art supplies.

Day 4-5: Students cut out and mounted their letters to create their slogans. Once completed, they hung them in the hallways.

[K-4] Students use different media, techniques, and processes to communicate ideas, experiences, and stories

[K-4] Students use art materials and tools in a safe and responsible manner

[K-4] Students describe how different expressive features and organizational principles cause different responses

[K-4] Students select and use subject matter, symbols, and ideas to communicate meaning

[K-4] Students explore and understand prospective content for works of art

Unity/Harmony, Line, Contrast, Color/Value

Photography

English/Language Arts, Health/P.E., Technology