Includes bibliographical references (pages 169-173) and index.

This book confronts the culture of cruelty that is devastating our society. Filled with insights, personal stories, anecdotal material, and strategies that are directed to the widest audience possible, it urges us to become change agents and empower children to transform their pain, rage, and revenge to empathy, kindness, and healing. Topics tackled include physical, verbal, emotional, sexual, cyber, sibling, and even summer camp bullying. What sets this book apart is Chapter Eleven, "the Student Empowerment Session," which focuses on giving students ownership of the problem and the solutions. Anti-bullying legislation and school policies are essential supports, but we must change the hearts, attitudes, and behavior of students. Bullying is not normal and it is not inevitable. This book will inspire you to prevent peer abuse and intervene effectively when necessary.

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