I am tired of story after story at home and on the news. SO I
wanted to include some links to bullying issues. Bully talks should
be just as important as talking about sex and drugs. These are not
the kids that sit in the corners or shy kids. Teachers and adults
need to stop closing their eyes because they don't want to approach
parents without "absolute proof". Or of course its the children of
"giving" parents. Teach your children that some kids are different
and more often than not they NEED true friends. If one child
complains, take them seriously. Bullying is abuse.
Covert bullying can be carried by the victim for life and can
affect everything they try to achieve. It is also the most common.
Hateful or even teasing/taunting words can leave deep bruises in the
heart.
As a parent of a child with special needs I have witnessed, heard
through third party and from my own child FORUM, taunts and more.
These are kids that are good students have public parents and do it
all behind adults backs. Its sickening. Camera in the classroom and
hallways - ABSOLUTELY. Our children are most vulnerable - awareness
is essential in bringing about change and educating others to the
affects of verbal abuse in schools and on the playground.
This is a call to parents, teachers, kids, friends - stop
bullying NOW.
- "Punching, shoving, and other acts that hurt people
physically
- Spreading bad rumors about people
- Keeping certain people out of a "group"
- Teasing people in a mean way
- Getting certain people to "gang up" on others
Bullying also can happen online or electronically. Cyber-bullying is
when children or teens bully each other using the Internet, mobile
phones or other cyber technology. This can include:
- Sending mean text, email, or instant messages
- Posting nasty pictures or messages about others in blogs or
on Web sites
- Using someone else's user name to spread rumors or lies
about someone "
For additional information please visit this site:
http://stopbullyingnow.hrsa.gov/kids/what-is-bullying.aspx
Bullying Articles
Bullying and your child
"No Bully" Policy at Philadelphia Schools
Character Education in Elementary Schools and Preschool: Give
Bullying a Knockout!
The Surprising Truth About Bullying And Bullies
When Your Child is the Target of a Bully or Excessive Criticism
Online Resources
AntiBullying Network
Information and helpful resources. Contact number for
Scottish visitors.
The Bully Book
A Discussion and Activity Story, addresses the issue of bullies in
the school and gives helpful suggestions to both children and
parents on how to deal with the stressful situation in a positive
manner. Free ebook with option to purchase
print version.
Bully Off
A new site from the UK. News and information about bully in a forum
format.
Bullying
Good description of what bullying is and how you can deal with it.
Look for a discussion of bullying from a Grade 2 class.
Bullying.org
"Where you are not alone". Lots of interaction from kids about
bullying plus helpful resources.
Bully Beware
"Bullying is one of the most underrated and enduring problems in
schools today and is a reality in the lives of all children, whether
they are bullies, victims or witnesses." Information and resources.
Bully Stoppers
Need a good comeback line? You can find one here along with
resources and a place to report bullying!
Bullies!
Helpful advice and tips if you are being picked on.
Bully Advice
for Kids
Written specifically for kids. Helpful information about feelings,
resources and advice.
Champions
Against Bullying
Champions Against Bullying has now developed The No-Nonsense Guide
To Kids’ Bullying Solutions. This interactive and entertaining
resource provides preventive strategies and solutions. The resource
offers children immediate positive reinforcement and speaks to them
in language they identify with. It is currently selling in Mables
Fables books stores, as well other independent book outlets.
Kids Bullying Kids
Lesson
plan from Education World to help deal with
bullying at school.
Report Bullying
Website incorporates an Online Report Bullying program for students,
teachers and
employees created by a professional motivational
speaker who has examined the root of bullying both in the school
setting and corporate workplace.
Books About Bullying
An excellent selection of books from Amazon.com to help you cope if
you are being bullied.
Bullying Online
It happens online too. Learn about and protect yourself from online
bullying.
Stop Bullying
Now!
What kids and parents can do about bullying. Good resources, games,
chat and webisodes.
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