Assertiveness is... being positive. If you are assertive you think for yourself and ask for what you need. You are self confident and stand up for what is right.

Why do we need to practise being assertive?

• Without assertiveness we would have a hard time saying no.

• We would be afraid to tell someone they are hurting us.

• When we are assertive others respect us.

• We stand up for what is right.

How do we practise Assertiveness at hauraki?

Year 1

Assertiveness is standing up for yourself.

Ben

Year 2

Assertiveness is knowing what you want.

Judy

Year 3

Assertiveness means working towards something.

Alex

Year 4

Assertiveness is standing up for other people.

Jade

Year 5

Assertiveness is standing up for what you believe in.

Abby

Year 6

Assertiveness is telling people what you really mean.

Sarah