Taking the Bully by the Horns (Paperback)

~ (Author), Kathy Noll (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review

Easily broken down into digestible chapters, this book addresses the seriousness of the issue, offering smart, empowering, proactive "bully" solutions . -- Connect for Kids

Follow her hints and suggestions, and you will gain the power to eliminate the difficult bully worries in your life! -- Reading Times

Noll does a wonderful job bolstering the self-respect of the victims. Children will certainly learn a lot from her. -- The Family Corner

This book contains very good advice and teaches you how to recognize different types of bullies and games they play. -- Cyber Kids

Very important and perceptive book. This book should find a useful place in any school counselor's office or school library. -- Bookends --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description

In a recent study, 76.8% of the students said they had been bullied. And 14% of those who were bullied said they experienced severe (bad) reactions to the abuse.

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.

This self-help book explores different ways children and teenagers are bullied (both mentally and physically), how the bully becomes a bully, how the victim becomes a victim (sometimes there's a fine line between the two!), and what can be done about it.

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Product Details

• Paperback
• Publisher: Unicorn Pr (October 1997)
• ISBN-10: 0937004065
• ISBN-13: 978-0937004067
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #7,409,078 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars "Taking the Bully by the Horns" HELPS VICTIMS OF BULLYING, March 25, 2005

By	K. Noll "bullyprevention" (Reading, PA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Taking the Bully by the Horns - Children's Version of the Best Selling Book, "Nasty People" (Paperback)

Take time to read "Taking the Bully by the Horns." As a teacher & child advocate I can tell you it will give you an insight to bullies, victims, & reactions. Physical, Verbal & Mental Bullying are covered.

Children who are being bullied mentally are under the *control* of the bully. They are confused & looking for a way out. As the same with Adult Bullying (Dr. Carter's best-seller "Nasty People"), some bullies keep us so wrapped around their finger we don't always recognize it so readily!

The book is written for ease in understanding; young people can tackle this book with success, learn why's and how's of bullying, and learn that people who are bullied don't have to be "victims," and actions--not reactions--can be taken to improve situations. This simply written book can be an effective tool against bullying and at the same time provide an insight at to why young people turn to bullying.

YES, both Victims AND Bullies have low self-esteem. Arrogance should not be mistaken for a "high self-esteem." Someone who has a "good" self-esteem has no need to CONTROL. - Dr. Jay Carter

The book contains chapters to help both the victims and bullies. Anybody who has actually READ the book knows the book does not teach you how to BE a victim. It teaches that people/kids don't *have* to BE victims, while offering helpful insight to both handling/stopping the bullying and improving self-esteem throughout the entire book.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Take the bully has helped my child tremendously, April 17, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Taking the Bully by the Horns - Children's Version of the Best Selling Book, "Nasty People" (Paperback)

My child has come under attack from other children at her school, and becoming aware of this book and listening to the advice offered was the best help we could of hoped for.Her self esteem has been boosted and she is now aware that it is not her that is the problem but rather the other children who have the real problems.I would like to personally thank Kathy Noll and Dr. Carter for caring enough to put together this much needed information.For us it has been a godsend! Thank you so much

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Useful for self-defense instructors who work with children, July 29, 1998

By A Customer

Working for many years with children who are the victims of bullying I feel I have found a useful tool explaining the reasons why some kids hurt other kids. It is difficult to identify the behaviors children should be aware of before the bullying even begins. I feel Ms. Noll has done the job very well. I would recommend this book to all my friends as well as parents in our organization. It is a "must read" for all martial arts instructors.