Children And Bullying: How Parents And Educators Can Reduce Bullying At School

Scarcely a day goes by without reports of school bullying or recommendations for quick fixes to the problem. Parents and educators are often left trying to solve a difficult problem without sufficient evidence to support suggested remedies. Drawing on a wealth of research, Ken Rigby provides clear explanations and effective strategies for combating bullying among children as well as preventing children from becoming involved in bullying situations.

Exploring key issues such as ways to empower children to deal with bullies, the crucial role positive peer influences can play, and how schools can develop effective anti-bullying programs, "Children and Bullying "is a vital resource for educators and parents alike as they work to create safe learning environments.

Scarcely a day goes by without reports of school bullying or recommendations for quick fixes to the problem. Parents and educators are often left trying to solve a difficult issue without sufficient evidence to support suggested remedies. "Children and Bullying "is a vital resource in the quest to create safe learning environments. Drawing on a wealth of research, Ken Rigby provides clear explanations and effective strategies for combating bullying among children and preventing children from becoming involved in bullying situations.
Offers a collaborative approach to the school-based bullying problem
Emphasizes the crucial role student bystanders can play in countering bullying, and how to promote positive bystander behaviors
Examines contentious research, such as the role genetics or parenting in early childhood may play in creating bullies and victims
Answers to FAQs by parents in the final chapter are often controversial but intended to stimulate thought