Adults help by taking concerns seriously, by ensuring anonymity to the ‘reporter’ and by alerting other adults of the situation to increase the likelihood that offenders will be caught in the act.  Encourage youth to keep telling until what is going on is understood. (Page 102)

The first in a series of three books that deal with building personal strength in youth, Standing Strong is a great work-book for parents, educators and youth.  The author examines intimidation in every form, including verbal bullying, social bullying, cyber bullying and physical bullying.  He then moves onto warning signs and why victims don’t tell.  About half-way through the book, he re-focuses on understanding anger and creating an atmosphere of success.

There are simple exercises in each chapter as well as an entire chapter of exercises at the end of the book.  Even though it was published five years ago, Standing Strong still shines as an effective tool for combating bullying in any form.

Naomi Lemckert, Provincial Coordinator, Resource Network.

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