How it works
A dare is when a friend says, 'I bet you cannot do it.'
You can say no thanks, calm and clear. You do not need a long reason.
A true friend listens. If a friend keeps pushing, you can tell a grown-up.
Worked examples
Rex's dare
- Rex says, 'I bet you cannot climb on the very top!'
- Kit's tummy feels fizzy, and part of him wants to say yes.
- But he knows the park rule, and he knows what feels okay for him.
No thanks
- Kit takes a slow breath, in and out, and thinks, 'My body is mine, and I get to choose.'
- He says, 'No thanks, Rex,' standing tall, calm and clear.
- He does not need to say sorry or give a long reason.
Another game
- Kit says, 'How about we play ball instead?'
- Suggesting a different game can turn a dare into fun.
- Rex says, 'Okay! Ball sounds great!', and Bun and Dot join in.
If they keep asking
- Kit can walk over to Bun and Dot and keep saying no.
- If a friend keeps pushing, he can tell a grown-up.
- A true friend listens when you say no, and does not push.