Being an Upstander: Understanding Kindness

Amanda, Gabrielle, and Grover introduce the word 'upstander' and clarify its meaning. They explain that an upstander is someone who uses kind words or actions to help others or themselves when treated unfairly. The video provides examples of being an upstander, such as standing up against unkind comments about skin color or appearance. The video concludes with a thank you to all upstanders.

Who are the main characters introduced at the beginning of the video?

• Amanda, Gabrielle, and Grover

• Amanda, Gabrielle, and Elmo

• Amanda, Gabrielle, and Big Bird

• Amanda, Gabrielle, and Cookie Monster

What does Grover initially think an 'upstander' is?

• A tall building

• A person who stands up for others

• A bicycle kickstand

• A type of dance move

What is the correct definition of an 'upstander'?

• Someone who stands on their toes

• A person who uses kind words or actions to help others

• Someone who rides a bicycle

• A person who sits quietly

What are some reasons people might be treated unfairly?

• Their favorite color

• The shape of their eyes

• Their favorite food

• The type of music they like

How should an upstander treat others?

• With kindness, fairness, and respect

• With indifference

• With strictness

• With humor

What would an upstander say if someone made an unkind comment about skin color?

• Laugh at the comment

• Ignore the comment

• Agree with the comment

• Say that all skin is beautiful

What should you do if someone says you can't play with them because of how you look?

• Walk away and say nothing

• Tell them it's wrong and unfair

• Change how you look

• Agree with them

What is an example of being an upstander for yourself?

• Ignoring unfair treatment

• Joining in with the unfair treatment

• Standing up and saying it's wrong

• Walking away silently

What is the main message of the video?

• To ignore unfair treatment

• To be an upstander and help others

• To be a bystander

• To always agree with others

Who do Amanda and Gabrielle thank at the end of the video?

• The producers

• The teachers

• The upstanders

• The viewers