7 Insightful Books On The Act Of Bullying

Bullying is a despicable act, no matter how you look at it. It is a way for the bully to impose themselves and their opinions upon whomever they pick as their target. An escape valve to let their internal aggression out on someone that has nothing to do with it in the first place. It is quite simply a reprehensible act that should be punished accordingly.

The thing about eradicating bullying is that it is an impossible task. There will always be individuals who enjoy imposing themselves as a way of feeling powerful, be it at the classroom, the office, or the boardroom. So it’s imperative to learn how to effectively deal with these personalities who, more often than not, are weak and cowardly themselves. Learn the ways to dismantle a bully by reading these books.

#1 Who, Me? Yeah, You! By Rob Oliver

In this book, children learn that bullying is not just about the bully and the person being bullied. Through the use of pictures and a rhyming story, best selling author Rob Oliver demonstrates that everyone has a role to play in bullying prevention.

When someone speaks up, statistics show that 57% of the time the bullying stops. In addition to this powerful message, he includes an Anti-Bullying Pledge to encourage children to speak up when they see someone being bullied. This book is appropriate for students in kindergarten through second grade.

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#2 Rounding Third, by Walter G. Meyer

Rounding Third was published just as the bullying crisis started making the news and gained notoriety because the book looks at two boys who are relentlessly bullied at the their high school. The book tells a powerful story of how the abuse impacts both of their lives and their families.

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#3 Overcoming Bullies by Hyapatia Lee

This book gives a unique perspective on bullies. Most people think of a physically aggressive person when they hear the word bully but most bullies are more subtle. This book offers an understanding of all types of bullies from the mildly annoying to tyrannical governments. There are times our situation can make us feel bullied as well, even though no one person can be held responsible for our perception of abuse. This book addresses those instances as well.

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#4 BLATANTLY HONEST: Normal Teen, Abnormal Life by Makaila Nichols

Being a teenager today is one of the hardest jobs in the world. You have grades to maintain, obligations to extra-curricular activities, and soul-crushing pressure to excel at everything so colleges take notice. On top of it all, you’re forced to act as your own public relations manager because, thanks to social media, every bit of your life is on display. No one knows that better than teen model, actress, and author Makaila Nichols.

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#5 Odd Girl Out by Rachel Simmons

Odd Girl Out is a MUST READ for EVERY parent, teacher, counselor and coach of girls ages 11 – 18. Simmons provides truth bombs and invaluable insight in to an often overlooked topic of female aggression. As a Licensed Professional Counseling Associate who specializes in teens, this book provided me with a deeper insight in to the subtleties of symptoms to look for and a reminder of the social dynamics of middle and high school.

I recommend getting the updated version which includes information on cyberbullying and the importance of social networks. I cannot recommend this book enough as a resource to help further understanding of female bulling and providing the language to accurately articulate and process the topic with the girls in our lives.

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#6 Stand Up, Speak Out Against Workplace Bullying by National Workplace Bullying Coalition

For many, the story of workplace bullying ends in devastation, but this book changes that narrative. It is a collection of 23 stories – told in the survivors’ own words – and each individual shares how they navigated their situation, where they are now, and how to get out of your situation as a survivor. Glean from their experiences, and change your situation for the better.

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#7 Back Off! Your Kick-Ass Guide to Ending Bullying at Work

If you’re looking for actual, tangible advice to end workplace bullying, then this is the book. BACK OFF! will arm you with the information and guidance you need to successfully navigate your way through the turmoil of dealing with workplace bullying and the managers who may deny your experiences are genuine.

We even offer an entire chapter on preparing to talk with HR, complete with a worksheet to make sure you are successful in gaining their help. BACK OFF! provides practical tools and case studies you can use to make change and end the bullying.

Before buying a book make sure to compare price and outlet, we have included links below to several large book outlets for different regions in the world:

• The Book Depository (International)
• Waterstones (International)

Read more reviews and buy the book here (Amazon)

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