MAKING THE GRADE - How States are "Graded" on their Anti Bullying Laws
 

"Information for Schools About Homophobic Bullying" from the Anti-Bullying Network. Homophobic bullying has been reported in primary, as well as secondary schools. It may be directed at young people of any sexual orientation and at children who have not yet reached puberty. Teachers, parents and other adults in schools may also be bullied in this way.
 

Welcome to the Take a Stand. Lend a Hand. Stop Bullying Now! Campaign web site. Whether you've been bullied, you've witnessed bullying, you've bullied others or you're just curious - we think you'll have a lot of fun and learn a lot of things while you're here!

So ... take your time and take a look around. Watch a really neat Webisode in our sometimes funny, sometimes sad, and always entertaining series. Take an online survey about bullying. Play some cool games. Learn a thing or two about bullying and how to do something about it!

Our research and resources will help grown-ups get smart and get involved, too. It's all here, at the Take a Stand. Lend a Hand. Stop Bullying Now! site.

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Health Resources and Services Administration, and the Maternal and Child Health Bureau created this awesome place for us to go to get the latest scoop on bullying. Without their commitment to reducing and preventing bullying, all this helpful information may not have been so readily available.
 

Film Review - April 15, 2004

Let's Get Real. New Day. 2003. 35min. $99. CC. 888-367-9154. Gr 6-8. The format is simple, honest and oh-so effective. Numerous middle school students talk about bullying and harassment. The "n" word, tar baby, Jew, faggot, gay, homo, geek, dork, fatso, retarded, diaper head, big ass, and dog are just a few of the names the kids have been called. Colorful graphics, pulsating background music, and classroom and playground footage (one boy is intentionally knocked off his bike) accompany the head shots. Various bullies speak, too, including one who admits he "likes making people mad." A few students tell how good they felt after they stood up to bullies who were harassing others. Comments expressing a desire to shoot the bullies or "kill myself" are frighteningly realistic and heartbreaking. This can't-miss discussion starter is highly recommended for both school and public libraries. Includes guide. --Sue-Ellen Beauregard