Tips for kids dealing bullies: Be Brave Now

Practical, kid-tested strategies and scripts to stop bullying, build confidence, and create safer school and online spaces.

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Tips for Kids Dealing Bullies: Introduction

These tips for kids dealing bullies come from Jaxon Donaldson-Brickell's guide, From Bullied to Brave: A Kid's Guide to Overcoming Bullies — a straightforward, age-appropriate book that teaches children how to respond safely and confidently.

Nearly 1 in 5 children report being bullied at school or online; this book combines research-backed tactics with easy-to-use scripts and role-play exercises so kids, parents, and teachers can reduce harm and restore calm.

Whether your child faces teasing, exclusion, or online harassment, this guide offers step-by-step safety plans, communication templates for adults, and confidence builders designed for elementary and middle school readers.

What You'll Find Inside

Clear, kid-friendly scripts

Exact phrases children can say to de-escalate situations, set boundaries, and get support without escalating conflict.

Confidence-building exercises

Short daily practices and role-play activities that boost self-esteem and teach calm responses under pressure.

Parent and teacher guides

Conversation templates, reporting checklists, and stepwise interventions that adults can use to support kids effectively.

Online safety and digital tips

Practical steps for handling cyberbullying, preserving evidence, adjusting privacy, and teaching respectful online behavior.

Personalized safety plans

Age-appropriate action plans for school, travel, and social situations that help kids stay safe and feel empowered.

Key Benefits Parents and Kids Get

  • Simple scripts kids can use right away to stop bullying
  • Recognize early signs and reduce repeated incidents
  • Practical online safety steps and reporting guidance
  • Build lasting confidence and social resilience
  • Tools for calm adult conversations and school advocacy
  • Action plans to keep kids safe in different settings

What People Are Saying

“My daughter used the book's scripts and felt comfortable telling a teacher — the situation improved within days.”

— Renee H., Parent, Seattle, WA

“As a middle school counselor, I recommend this guide for its clear steps and real-world role-play ideas that kids actually try.”

— Miguel S., School Counselor, Austin, TX

“The online safety chapter helped my son manage unwanted messages and taught him how to keep evidence and get adults involved.”

— Priya K., Parent, Edison, NJ

Frequently Asked Questions

From Bullied to Brave is written for elementary and middle-school children, parents, and educators seeking practical, age-appropriate tips for kids dealing bullies.

Yes — it includes step-by-step digital safety, how to preserve evidence, privacy settings guidance, and scripts for reporting online harassment.

Absolutely. The guide includes conversation starters, reporting checklists, and parent actions to support kids without making them feel blamed.

The tactics combine proven conflict-deescalation techniques, confidence-building exercises, and school-safe reporting methods recommended by counselors and educators.

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