A toolbox of twenty-one strategies kids can use to get along with
others.
Every child could use help with social skills and making friends. This
book provides twenty-one concrete strategies children can use to express
themselves, build relationships, end arguments and fights, halt
bullying, and beat unhappy feelings. It's like a toolbox of kid-friendly
social skills--just open it up and pull out tools like:
- Mighty Might, which takes all the fun out of teasing
- Thought Chop, which helps kids resist self-defeating thoughts
- Squeaky Wheel, a type of persistence that gets results
- Coin Toss, a simple way to resolve small conflicts
Each tool is clearly described, illustrated with true-to-life examples,
and accompanied by dialogue and lines children can practice and use.
Authentic stories and anecdotes show each tool in action. This revised
and updated second edition incorporates electronic communication,
cyberbullying, and social media with age-appropriate guidelines and
stories. A note to adults includes up-to-date research on and
recommendations for social skills and bullying. For kids, Speak Up and
Get Along! makes learning social skills accessible and fun.