Shane Koyczan’s searing spoken-word performance transforms raw memories of bullying into a universal plea for empathy and courage. Its vivid metaphors and shifting tone let students analyse poetic devices while reflecting on identity and self-worth in ELA, poetry, and SEL settings.
The talk also models resilience—showing how art can reclaim painful experiences—making it ideal for anti-bullying awareness weeks and advisory discussions.
What You Get
Complete Teacher Guide (~9 pages, Google Doc/PDF)
Editable Student Worksheet (15‑slide Google Slides/PPTX)
20‑question self‑graded Google Forms quiz & answer keys
How to Use
Preview vocabulary, set discussion norms, then stream the clip—pausing after key metaphors for think‑pair‑share or quick‑writes. Use the slide deck for guided analysis and end with a reflective poem or personal narrative.
DISCLAIMER: This worksheet and question set for the TED Talk “To This Day” (2013) is independently compiled for classroom use. It is not endorsed by TED or Shane Koyczan and is provided solely under fair‑use educational guidelines.
