Today, I heard a young man say, “High school sucks for anyone who is the least bit different.” Speaking from experience with children of all ages who have many differences, I know that his statement is accurate. I’d like to offer a few suggestions if your child falls into the “least bit different category.” Pay…
Spare a minute and give us your opinion. Please. As those of you who are regulars here know, we are all about trying to lower the number of bullying events today and in the future. All children are special and should be regarded as such no matter what differences they might have. We as adults,…
This post is dedicated to all of the grandparents out there who don’t know what to do or how to help their grandchildren. Even more specific, this post is dedicated to elderly people who feel alone and who are the targets of bullying. Please read the email that I just received. After you read it,…
What do you know about the fact that some schools actually restrain children with special needs? I you have a special needs child, you need to do some homework and ask some questions. Make sure that you an approachable adult. That means that you listen to what your kids say and don’t say! There are…
Children with peanut allergies can die if they come in contact with peanuts. Children with bullying allergies can die if they come in contact with bullies. Remember: If you look away, bullies stay. Don’t even try if you start with a lie. Don’t pretend – apprehend! If your child…
I am allergic to bullies. My friends are allergic to other things but they can take medicine or just avoid the things that cause their allergic reactions. I’m not that lucky because I can’t avoid the bullies. They are everywhere. There is no medicine I can take to make me feel better. Some have said…
Do you know that teaching your children, students, nieces or nephews that you are a safe place can make all the difference for them? Children need to know that there is someone they can trust. That means someone they can trust enough tell their most important concerns and even their secrets. That may not seem…
In my 33 years of professional and civic service, I seldom encounter quality materials that address the unique emotional and psychological needs of disabled and handicapped youngsters, including those who are the targets of the potentially scarring experience of bullying. |
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| --Dr. Philip J. Shapiro Ormond Beach, Florida |
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| I wanted to share my impressions of the book from a Speech and Language Pathologist's perspective. There are so many wonderful things to say about the Rugby Jones book that it is difficult to narrow it down. | |
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If you are a regular here, you've already met Rugby Jones. He's a dog who was paralyzed and had the will and courage to overcome his situation.
He is now famous in storybook and plush toy. We recently became Twitter friends with Rugby and are helping each other spread his message of hope, courage, and love to young and old alike.
We got this note from Rugby's mistress, Claudia just before the holidays. I wanted to share. It's the smile you have been hoping for today:
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