No Putdowns Curriculum (Grades 6-8)

This comprehensive curriculum addresses violence prevention, character development, substance abuse prevention and life-skill building. Each grade level has fifty developmentally appropriate activities designed for use over a ten-week period. Upon completion of the core set of lessons, students will be able to recognize and understand the effects of putdowns on themselves and others, demonstrate strategies for calming down, recognize and express appreciation, encouragement, and compliments and much more! A program guide for staff support is also included.