Friendship and Other Weapons

Long before most school programs begin anti-bullying campaigns, young girls are getting a full education in social aggression. Girls as young as age five are experiencing acts of bullying, disguised as friendship, that shake the carefully laid foundations of their self-image, personal values, and beliefs about peer relationships. Based on thought-provoking discussions, engaging games, strength-discovering exercises, and confidence-boosting fun, the hands-on activities in Friendship and Other Weapons build critical knowledge and friendship survival skills such as:* Recognizing the Red Flags of Girl Bullying* Responding Assertively to Bullying Behavior* Realizing Personal Strengths* Becoming an Ally to Others Facing Bullying* Resolving Conflicts Directly* Using Technology and Social Media EthicallyThis photocopiable resource book provides educators, social workers and counsellors with a complete, ready-to-use group curriculum to help young girls aged 5-11 build constructive and fulfilling friendships.