Jaxon Donaldson Brickell author interview: Brave Kids

Discover practical strategies from Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell to help children build confidence, stand up to bullies, and heal from hurt.

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Meet the Author & Book

Jaxon Donaldson Brickell author interview explores the inspiration behind From Bullied to Brave: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Bullies and how real kids can reclaim safety and confidence.

In this conversation, Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell shares his personal experiences, the key lessons that shaped the book, and practical scripts children can use when facing bullying.

Written for parents, educators, and kids, the book combines compassionate storytelling with clear, actionable steps—making it a go-to resource for families and schools working to stop bullying.

Why This Interview Matters

Author's Personal Story

Jaxon opens up about his experiences and how they informed the actionable advice in From Bullied to Brave.

Clear, Practical Strategies

The interview highlights step-by-step approaches children can use immediately, including safe responses and confidence-building exercises.

Kid- and Classroom-Friendly

Advice is presented in age-appropriate language with activities teachers and parents can adapt for home or school.

Evidence-Informed Guidance

The book aligns with research showing about 1 in 5 children report bullying, offering realistic tools to reduce harm and promote resilience.

Resources for Adults

Jaxon offers conversation starters, support plans, and tips for adults to reinforce lessons at home and in educational settings.

Key Benefits

Empowers children with scripts and confidence to respond safely
Provides step-by-step techniques parents can use immediately
Reduces anxiety and builds long-term resilience
Offers classroom-ready activities for teachers
Includes conversation starters for difficult topics
Presents real-life examples kids can relate to

What People Are Saying

“A compassionate, practical guide that gave my son the words and confidence to handle teasing. The interview deepened our understanding of why these tools matter.”

— Maria Lopez, Parent, Miami, FL

“I used exercises from the book after hearing the interview — my 4th graders practiced scripts and reported feeling safer the very next week.”

— Ethan Park, 4th Grade Teacher, Seattle, WA

“Jaxon's honesty and actionable tips make this a valuable resource for counselors and families working to stop bullying before it escalates.”

— Laura Kim, School Counselor, New York, NY

Frequently Asked Questions

Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell is the author of From Bullied to Brave, drawing on personal experience and practical tools to help children navigate and overcome bullying.

The interview covers Jaxon's personal story, the book's key strategies, sample scripts for kids, and advice for parents and teachers to support lasting change.

Yes—it's written for a general audience with kid-friendly language and activities parents and educators can adapt for different ages and situations.

Use the book's conversation starters, role-play exercises, and clear response scripts at home or in the classroom to practice safe, confident behavior.

From Bullied to Brave is available on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1456672681

Read the Interview, Get the Tools

Read the Jaxon Donaldson Brickell author interview and bring home practical, proven tools from From Bullied to Brave to help kids overcome bullies—buy now on Amazon.