Taking the Bully by the Horns

by Kathy Noll and Jay Carter

  • Spiral-bound Edition
  • Paperback, 454 pages
  • Published by Unicorn Press
  • Publication date: January 1, 1997
  • Dimensions (in inches): 0.25 x 11 x 8.75
  • ISBN: 0937004065

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Description

It's time to take those bullies by the horns!

Hi, my name is Kathy Noll and I wrote a self-help book for children, "Taking the Bully by the Horns." I'm trying to help children and young teens deal with bullies.

So far, I've gotten great response from various school districts all over the U.S.! And even some in the U.K. and Australia. Principals, Guidance Counselors, Librarians, and Parents, all have shown a sincere interest in the book. Parent-Teacher Organizations, and various children's organizations have also given it wonderful support. The problem seems to be far spread.

I interviewed kids who had been bullied, and myself, along with local psychologist and author, Dr. Jay Carter, came up with solutions to their problems.

The book was written in a fun, relaxed manner, so that it would be interesting enough to get kids to read it. I've kept the tone light without losing the seriousness of the topic. This way young people will learn something without feeling like anybody is talking down to them.

One chapter tells the victim that he's "ok" (self-esteem) and not the one with the problem. It also teaches him/her how to avoid certain situations, and how to get help.

Another chapter asks the bully why he does what he does. Is he angry about something? Did someone hurt him in the past? He needs to feel better about himself in order to change, and to stop bullying.

The author, Kathy Noll, July 24, 1998 On Why I Wrote The Book: This book was written because there is a need for it. Bullying has become a very serious, hot-topic today. We're seeing more and more trouble with bullies in the news. Some have driven other children to suicide.

Bullying has been around for as long as people have been around, but it's only been recently that we've become aware enough to do something about it

KidSource OnLine Book Review

This book was written to help parents and children deal with bullies. First it provides an understanding of the different types of bullying. Then it covers why bullies behave the way that they do and how to avoid becoming a bully. Lastly, it handles how to get out of the bullying cycle. The book's writing style is easy-to-read for a late grade-schooler to late-teens.

From the Back Cover

In a 1996 Midwestern study, 76.8% of the students said they had been bullied. And 14% of those who were bullied said they experienced severe (bad) reactions. This self-help book explores different way children and teenagers are bullied (both mentally and physically), how the bully becomes a bully, how the victim becomes a victim (sometimes there is a fine line between the two!) and what can be done about it. The stories and examples in this book are based on actual interviews with children. It has received wonderful, positive reviews from parents, teachers and counselors. One of whom was quoted as saying, "'Taking Bully by the Horns' should be required in all schools as part of every child's education."

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