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A Bully Blueprint: Solutions For Kids
With bullying on the rise, and the scares which many times accompany these letdowns, have you ever just wanted clear, step-by-step solutions to help wipe-out oppressive behaviors? I have! After 34 years in public education, lots of research and just being a parent myself dealing with both the effects and affects that bullying has had on the children I love, my drive for the pages of this book was written.It is my desire for parents to use this book as a guide for mapping-out strategies that may help them eliminate bullying behaviors in the lives of children.
66 pages, Paperback
Published May 7, 2017
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Cherrye S. Vasquez
14 books37 followersAuthor Cherrye Vasquez is a retired public school administrator and an adjunct professor. She is a Doctor of Philosophy in Curriculum & Instruction; a Master of Education in Special Education; and a Bachelor of Arts in Speech Pathology/Audiology.
Vasquez specializes in Multi-cultural education and holds certifications in Early Childhood Handicapped, Mid-Management and Educational Diagnostician.
She lives in Houston with her husband, Roy and her daughter, Kelly.
My group: Celebrating ALL Races: Diversity, Heritages, Cultures, Biracial, Multicultural, Monocultural, Multiracial, Monoracial, Multiethnic, and Monoethnic
Vasquez specializes in Multi-cultural education and holds certifications in Early Childhood Handicapped, Mid-Management and Educational Diagnostician.
She lives in Houston with her husband, Roy and her daughter, Kelly.
My group: Celebrating ALL Races: Diversity, Heritages, Cultures, Biracial, Multicultural, Monocultural, Multiracial, Monoracial, Multiethnic, and Monoethnic
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October 12, 2017
We hear the word bullying often in the news and our body and mind react to it. We may become frozen and/or frustrated with knowing how to deal with bullying. For those experiencing this social behavior, it is a real dilemma that can lead to acting out, depression, and an unhappy end. Parents can take a stand now to prevent the continued abuse of their children in any social situation. Yes, you can do this!
A Bully Blueprint Solutions for Kids by Cherrye Vasquez (author) defines bullying and provides examples and clear instructions for parents, school personnel at all levels, and others. She is knowledgeable and has practical experience on this topic. I highly recommend reading this to know the signs of and how to deal with bullying. Download it today for your own peace of mind for protecting your children and/or grandchildren.
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A Bully Blueprint Solutions for Kids by Cherrye Vasquez (author) defines bullying and provides examples and clear instructions for parents, school personnel at all levels, and others. She is knowledgeable and has practical experience on this topic. I highly recommend reading this to know the signs of and how to deal with bullying. Download it today for your own peace of mind for protecting your children and/or grandchildren.
https://www.amazon.com/Bully-Blueprin...
September 16, 2017
A Bully Blueprint
Solutions for kids
By Cherrye S. Vasquez, PH. D.
In addition to the many widely-acclaimed children's books on bullying and Multi-Culture Diversity, author Cherrye S. Vasquez has written a new book with hope of reaching children and teaching them, on their own turf, how to handle these issues which have been blown out of proportion in the past decades. In her own words author Vasquez has " written A Bully Blueprint: Solutions for Kids, using health giving titles to provide parents and educators with familiar, health-centered but relatable terminology in an attempt to assist with therapeutic ideas for dismantling an appropriate bullying behaviors." In short, a handbook for all involved in this pandemic of bullying undermining our society — including the bully.
This book leaves no stone unturned and is set up as a manual, addressing every possible aspect of bullying, the reasons for and a myriad of working solutions. Beginning with the basic definition of bullying, the author creates a list from the typical name-calling and fighting to the more horrific form of cyber bullying which has caused suicides among its victims.
She writes to parents and caretakers, because they are the only ones that can get the ball rolling to protect their children, going up against all barriers stopping them. And she educates them regarding their rights concerning laws and policies in their children's schools. She also addresses the bully, who may have problems at home causing acting out and lashing at victims. This section of the book strongly stresses in detail the importance of documenting each bullying event as it happens, to be presented to school officials; plus the benefits of not being aggressive or hostile to school leaders. The author has had an experience with the bullying of her own child in fourth grade and learned ‘hands-on’ the best and worst ways of dealing with the situation.
As an educator, author and mother, Cherrye Vasquez is well-qualified to address the theme of this book. Having earned a Dr. of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction; a Master of Education In Special Education; and A Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech, Pathology/Audiology; she specializes In Multicultural Education, Early Childhood Handicapped, Mid-management and Educational Diagnostics.
According to author Dr. Vasquez," approximately 48 states do have anti-bullying programs but not all implant them. When all else fails one may need to hire a lawyer, especially with sexual harassment. She also, as do I, disagrees with some schools’ ‘zero tolerance policy in which the victim is penalized for fighting back when attacked. I was bullied in fourth grade in the 50s and my only recourse was to fight back, which was successful and we became friends. Vasquez states firmly that it is imperative to know your children, both bully and victim. I have seen within my own family that a bullied child often grows up to become a bully, so the time to stamp out the problem is at a young age. Children who bully are more likely to join groups of bullies as teens. This book gives step-by-step recommendations and directions to prevent that.
There is a section on checking children's physical and emotional behavior, which can trigger bullying through frustrations. The book covers both the subjects well and parental/teacher emotional interaction with both the bully and the victim. ‘A Bully Blueprint ‘is packed with information on all causes and aspects of bullying that is loaded with counter actions to steer children toward becoming loving, responsible, diverse adults. Author Vasquez believes this can be done with positive affirmation which leads to giving children a sense of positive self empowerment and interactions with their peers, teachers, parents and society.
This extraordinarily well-written book is a must for parents, educators, bullies and victims—a book to be read and referred to as needs arise. I have yet to read such clear comprehensive writing on the ongoing serious, worldwide problem of bullying and diversity. I highly recommend this book for libraries, school personnel and parents, and suggest those learning from this extensive book to also check out Dr. Cherrye Vasquez’s selection of children's books on this subject, such as, ‘The Bully Band, Parents in Rhythm.’
Micki Peluso; author of . . . And the Whippoorwill Sang
Solutions for kids
By Cherrye S. Vasquez, PH. D.
In addition to the many widely-acclaimed children's books on bullying and Multi-Culture Diversity, author Cherrye S. Vasquez has written a new book with hope of reaching children and teaching them, on their own turf, how to handle these issues which have been blown out of proportion in the past decades. In her own words author Vasquez has " written A Bully Blueprint: Solutions for Kids, using health giving titles to provide parents and educators with familiar, health-centered but relatable terminology in an attempt to assist with therapeutic ideas for dismantling an appropriate bullying behaviors." In short, a handbook for all involved in this pandemic of bullying undermining our society — including the bully.
This book leaves no stone unturned and is set up as a manual, addressing every possible aspect of bullying, the reasons for and a myriad of working solutions. Beginning with the basic definition of bullying, the author creates a list from the typical name-calling and fighting to the more horrific form of cyber bullying which has caused suicides among its victims.
She writes to parents and caretakers, because they are the only ones that can get the ball rolling to protect their children, going up against all barriers stopping them. And she educates them regarding their rights concerning laws and policies in their children's schools. She also addresses the bully, who may have problems at home causing acting out and lashing at victims. This section of the book strongly stresses in detail the importance of documenting each bullying event as it happens, to be presented to school officials; plus the benefits of not being aggressive or hostile to school leaders. The author has had an experience with the bullying of her own child in fourth grade and learned ‘hands-on’ the best and worst ways of dealing with the situation.
As an educator, author and mother, Cherrye Vasquez is well-qualified to address the theme of this book. Having earned a Dr. of Philosophy in Curriculum and Instruction; a Master of Education In Special Education; and A Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech, Pathology/Audiology; she specializes In Multicultural Education, Early Childhood Handicapped, Mid-management and Educational Diagnostics.
According to author Dr. Vasquez," approximately 48 states do have anti-bullying programs but not all implant them. When all else fails one may need to hire a lawyer, especially with sexual harassment. She also, as do I, disagrees with some schools’ ‘zero tolerance policy in which the victim is penalized for fighting back when attacked. I was bullied in fourth grade in the 50s and my only recourse was to fight back, which was successful and we became friends. Vasquez states firmly that it is imperative to know your children, both bully and victim. I have seen within my own family that a bullied child often grows up to become a bully, so the time to stamp out the problem is at a young age. Children who bully are more likely to join groups of bullies as teens. This book gives step-by-step recommendations and directions to prevent that.
There is a section on checking children's physical and emotional behavior, which can trigger bullying through frustrations. The book covers both the subjects well and parental/teacher emotional interaction with both the bully and the victim. ‘A Bully Blueprint ‘is packed with information on all causes and aspects of bullying that is loaded with counter actions to steer children toward becoming loving, responsible, diverse adults. Author Vasquez believes this can be done with positive affirmation which leads to giving children a sense of positive self empowerment and interactions with their peers, teachers, parents and society.
This extraordinarily well-written book is a must for parents, educators, bullies and victims—a book to be read and referred to as needs arise. I have yet to read such clear comprehensive writing on the ongoing serious, worldwide problem of bullying and diversity. I highly recommend this book for libraries, school personnel and parents, and suggest those learning from this extensive book to also check out Dr. Cherrye Vasquez’s selection of children's books on this subject, such as, ‘The Bully Band, Parents in Rhythm.’
Micki Peluso; author of . . . And the Whippoorwill Sang
September 11, 2017
Parents and educators who want to stop bullying will find this book to be incredibly useful. For those of us who are not experts in psychology and group dynamics, the book clearly presents information and strategies on how to help a child who is being bullied. I am very impressed by the analysis of bullying as a kind of illness that can be treated and cured. Since children are good at hiding their hurts, it is very helpful to understand the signs of bullying. When a parent figures out what’s happening, it is very hard to know what to do. The book is full of ideas on how to help a child cope with the situation and rise above it. Many parents know that although schools may profess that they have zero tolerance for bullies, that doesn’t necessarily mean that they take appropriate action. The book presents the information and tools parents need so that they can effectively advocate for their children.
June 5, 2022
When I was first introduced to the book, it was entitled "A Bullycide Blueprint: Solutions for Kids" through a Facebook page. After doing some research, I found possibly a different edition "A Bully Blueprint: Solutions for Kids" by the same author Dr. Cherrye S. Vasquez. Regardless, bullying is an issue. Dr. Vasquez does a commendable job identifying the issue and informing readers the process of dealing with bullying. The book gets right to the point, from anti-bullying laws to guiding parents, schools, and the community-at-large step-by-step on what to do, makes this blueprint resourceful. If a new edition is forth coming, I recommend adding chapters on open communication (being a good listener), trusted adults (having healthy relationships with stakeholders), know the signs (red flags, especially when the child might be afraid to speak up), and how to be an upstander (empowering children to say something when they see bullying happening).
September 14, 2017
Cherrye,
I loved the book. So much information is given and the steps to take for children and parents. The one thing that is also constant is bullying leaves scars no matter what age or generation. It is great to know where to go for help and that all is not lost.
Jeanne Buesser, Author
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September 21, 2017
Very useful for educators and parents. Very well written. The book contains detailed strategies on helping a child who is being bullied. This is the first book that I have read on this subject. I will recommend this book to libraries, teachers, and parents.
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