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No Room for Bullies: From the Classroom to Cyberspace shatters popular myths about bullying to reveal its stark realities. You'll learn who's playing the intimidation game and how they play it. From social exclusion, physical violence, and emotional backstabbing to sexual sleaze and cyberbullying. But No Room for Bullies takes you beyond problem recognition to proven solutions. Parents will find: How to advocate for a child and work with the school when school bullying is a problem Safe Internet-Surfing Contract for kids that lays down the law on Internet use at home Helpful strategies on what to do when a child acts like a bully, is a bullying victim, or suffers from bystander silence School administrators will find: Suggestions on how to measure the social climate of schools, including sample surveys to give to students, staff, and parents A 12-point checklist on preventing problems in hallways, classrooms, and common areas Teachers will find: Advice for creating and enforcing classroom rules, including an Airport Rule that gives students a sense of safety Ideas to minimize the chaos that occurs during passing periods and in unowned areas like restrooms and hallways

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Author:   Jose Bolton ,  Stan Graeve
Publisher:   Boys Town Press
Imprint:   Boys Town Press
Dimensions:   Width: 15.40cm , Height: 1.70cm , Length: 23.20cm
Weight:   0.001kg
ISBN:  

9781889322674

ISBN 10:   1889322679
Pages:   210
Publication Date:   28 February 2006
Audience:   General/trade ,  College/higher education ,  General ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   In Print  
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The tone is optimistic and empowering. -- NAPPA United Parenint Publications, Inc.

Being bullied is certainly scary whether you're an adult or a child, but especially if you're a child. The book NO ROOM FOR BULLIES by JOSE BOLTON, SR. and STAN GRAEVE is subtitled FROM THE CLASSROOM TO CYBERSPACE - TEACHING RESPECT, STOPPING ABUSE, AND REWARDING KINDNESS. The section on Internet bullying is especially timely in light of recent controversy about MySpace.com and other sites utilized by teens. Stories about bullies are followed by how you can help (your child, your friend, yourself). The various types of bullying are discussed, and there are quotes by now-famous victims of bullies: 2003 Miss America Erika Harold, actor Tom Cruise, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and actor Harrison Ford. This book is a valuable resource for parents, educators and students. - Gayle Trent, Amazon From one end of the country to the other - and everywhere in between, the condition of bullying is epidemic and is probably getting worse., published by BOYS TOWN PRESS, reveals the problems inherent to bullying and the ways that this dangerous practice may be resolved. Within its 217 pages are presented the many aspects of this insidious national challenge: Sexual Bullying; Bullying in Cyberspace; Action Plans for Teachers; Parents as Advocates in the School and Home; and much more! The complexities and immediate challenges are explicitly shown. The volume states the many challenges that exist and have existed for a long time, along with many practical suggestions on how this serious problem may be alleviated. Recommended for teachers and students alike, this handy volume brings hope to both the student and the schools. M.G. Paregian, Publisher The contributing authors include child psychologists, parent trainers, and teachers. Drawing on their years of experience, they tackle bullying from all the angles: the bully, the victim, the bystander, the teacher, the parent, and the environment. Reviews: Terrific resource for parents and Educators ! Being bullied is certainly scary whether you're an adult or a child, but especially if you're a child. Stories about bullies are followed by how you can help (your child, your friend, yourself). The various types of bullying are discussed, and there are quotes by now-famous victims of bullies: 2003 Miss America Erika Harold, actor Tom Cruise, Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton and actor Harrison Ford. This book is a valuable resource for parents, Educators and students. Gayle Trent (Bristol, VA United States)

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Jose Bolton, Ph.D., LPC is a former Director of Boys Town Training. Stan Graeve, MA is the manager of acquisitions and copyrighting for Boys Town Press. He has edited hundreds of books, articles, blogs, and papers for Boys Town.

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