Anti bullying
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    How to take The Letter Challenge

    When you try The Letter Challenge, discuss what your child might say to bullies. Hopefully they'll never experience bullying, but if they do they'll be better prepared

  • 2
    Take a prompt from TV

    If you see a bullying incident on a TV show (or in a movie or book), use it as a conversation-starter. Chat with your child about how they might stand up to bullies should they ever find themselves in that situation

  • 3
    Don't let bullying be a taboo subject

    Encourage your child to talk about any incidents they're concerned about, and discuss experiences you or another family member had at that age

  • 4

    Help your child tackle cyberbullies too

    Keep an eye on your child's internet activity, especially their social networks

The Letter Challenge activity sheet

Use The Letter Challenge activity to give your daughter or son the confidence they need to put bullying behind them.

  • Letter Challenge

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