Hands-on guide, written in a young adult fiction style, to support and empower children aged 11+ in bullying situations

This is a fantastic resource that clearly and calmly helps people to think about ways to handle bullying. Highly recommended. -- Andrew Fuller, Internationally renowned clinical psychologist and member of the National Coalition Against Bullying Be Bully Free brings the reality of bullying situations to life in a compelling and accessible way, whether you have personal experience of it or not. The pointers for dealing with these situations are smart, memorable and more than anything, they work! This book is an invaluable guide to navigating the occasionally overwhelming experience of growing up - if only it had been available during our school days! -- Kidscape

Catherine Thornton is a school psychologist at Geelong College, Australia and Clinical Director of Educated Choice and runs a private practice working with families and young children. Michael Panckridge is Deputy Head of Middle School at The Geelong College. Michael has been teaching since 1983 working with primary/middle school students and has authored over 40 children's books.

1. Introduction. 2. What is Bullying? 3. The Effects of Bullying. 4. The Scenarios and Strategies. 5. Sleeping. 6. Anxiety. 7. Nutrition. 8. Exercise. 9. Assertiveness. 10. Meditation and Relaxation. 11. Self-Talk. 12. So You Think You're a Bully? 13. Bullying in Schools. 14. A Note for Parents. 15. Moving On. 16. Further Information.