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Children and Bullying
How Parents and Educators Can Reduce Bullying at School
"There are books about research on bullying, and books that offer advice with only minimal reference to research. This book brings the two together – a practical book for parents that makes full use of the extensive research evidence available. An invaluable resource!" "As a father, this book moved me because after reading it I understood more about a parent’s pain and anger when their child is involved in bullying. As a former teacher, I learned how bullying can appear different depending on the observer’s role. And as a professor, I was impressed with the book’s theoretical level and analytical power. It is exceptionally well written and stimulates both brain and heart." "...a refreshing and practical guide for adults who are helping children navigate the difficulties and intricacies of the bullying dynamic. Dr. Rigby eloquently proposes that in order to reduce bullying among children, the adults in their lives must recognize that bullying is a complex dynamic, a social relationship problem, and one whose solution requires a serious examination of societal expectations, moral issues, ethics, and our philosophy of human relationships. Children and Bullying challenges our thinking about bullying and has real potential for reducing bullying among children."
—Peter K Smith, Goldsmiths, University of London
—Erling Roland, University of Stavanger, Norway
—Susan M. Swearer, University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Ken Rigby (Author)
9781405162531, Wiley
Hardback, published 23 November 2007
248 pages
23.6 x 16.3 x 1.9 cm, 0.508 kg
"This is simply the best, most up-to-date, most detailed and most thoughtful book about school bullying that you could hope to find." (Research Papers in Education, August 2009) "A well-written, well-structured book. Rigby designed this book as a resource and includes a variety of quick reference tools. Not only would parents who are facing this issue with their own children benefit from this book but also all parents would be well served to understand the dynamics of the issue, as it is likely that their children will eventually be at least bystanders, if not victims or bullies, themselves." (The Family Journal) "Children and Bullying is first and foremost an accessible book — an easy one to read. It covers all the ground that one would expect in a book on bullying." (Educational Psychology, November 2008)
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 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.
Contents. Preface. 1. Introduction. 2. The Cares of Parents. 3. The Nature of Bullying. 4. The Research into Bullying in Schools. 5. Your Children at School. 6. On Telling. 7. Bystanders. 8. Parenting and Healthy Child Development. 9. Parents as Life Educators. 10. Parents Helping Children with Bullying Problems. 11. What Good Schools are Doing about Bullying. 12. Some Questions and Answers. Notes. Appendices. References
Subject Areas: Psychology [JM]
