Peer pressure is feeling pushed by pals or classmates.
Your peers are kids about your age.
Pals, classmates and teammates are all peers.
Nearly all kids feel pushed. It is part of growing up.
Some kids go along with pals to fit in.
You can say no thanks.
Pals can push you to be kind or work hard.
Pals can share and take turns. They can speak kindly.
Pals can change what you do. You can change what pals do.
A grown-up you trust can help.
Words to know
- peers: kids your age
