Taking a Stand Against Bullying: A parent's guide

Bullying and the effects of its violence cause a tremendous amount of stress and suffering for children. This is why it is so vital for parents, teachers, friends, family members and children to take a STAND. Whether your child is being bullied, is the bully, or is a bystander with no idea what to do, this book is for you. A guide in helping children win the battle against bullying, this book features tips that have helped thousands of children build confidence, increase self esteem and build bridges of communication with their parents to better understand bullying and its effects. Learn strategies to help empower youth in standing up for themselves and others, to create a "bully free" tomorrow. From recognizing when bullying is occurring to discerning whether or not your child is the bully themselves, this comprehensive book lays out, in simple, clear language, the root of bullying and how to talk to kids about it. The author, who was bullied himself as a child, peppers the content with his own personal experiences in facing and overcoming childhood bullying, and tells how having an open dialogue with young children can turn young bystanders, who ignore or participate in bullying, into upstanders who stand against it. The book will include a workbook at the back which parents can pass on to their kids.… (more)