Information and resources to curb the problem of cyberbullying

For many children, being online isn’t just a convenient way to complete their school work- it’s also a big part of their social life. But like in many other social situations, bullying exists.

Cyberbullying takes place online and through text messages. Kids who cyberbully others can be classmates or strangers. Most often though, cyberbullies they do know their victims.

Information About Cyberbullying

What Is Cyberbullying?
An explanation of the growing phenomenon of cyberbullying

What Parents Can Do About Cyberbullying
Parents can help stop cyberbullying by talking to kids about the issue.

Cyberbullying FAQ for Teens
Information and answers to frequently asked questions about cyberbullying

Rapid Response Outreach Tools on Cyberbullying

• Cyberbullying Crime Palm Card
• Cyberbullying Crime Poster

Resources

StopBullying.gov
A federal government website managed by the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services that provides resources about bullying and cyberbullying, publications, and information about training opportunities

CyberLegends.com
In order to guard the next generation, Cyber Legends delivers cyber safety and coding education to kids grades 1 to 8 through its gaming platform, and teaching resources for educators and parents.

Cyberbullying Tip Sheets

Reproducible handouts on Cyberbullying:

Cyberbullying Tips for Teens
A reproducible handout for teens on cyberbullying safety

Cyberbullying: What Is It?
A reproducible handout on the basics of cyberbullying

Cyberbullying Prevention: Working Together
A reproducible handout on how everyone can get involved in cyberbullying prevention

Cyberbullying: Spotting the Signs
A reproducible handout that offers signs to look out for that might suggest someone is being cyberbullied

Educators Preventing Cyberbullying
A reproducible handout for educators on how to prevent cyberbullying in school

Staying Informed: Cyberbullying Laws & Legislation
A reproducible handout on how to stay up to date on cyberbullying laws and legislation

These products were produced by the National Crime Prevention Council and the Office for Victims of Crime and was supported by grant number 2009-VF-GX-K003, awarded by the Office for Victims of Crime, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice. The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this product are those of the contributors and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice.