Image and capes by babypop via Etsy. What I’ve mentioned so far about raising assertive kids is really helpful. Here’s a refresher course. To bully-proof your kid make sure they know how to: 1. state what they want and why while simultaneously 2. moving their body out of harm’s way. My girls are nearing expert… Continue Reading
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Raising Assertive Kids Part 1: The Two Step Rule
After our incident on the playground with the bullying preschooler, I’ve been really focused on doing what I can to raise assertive kids. Prior to the bully incident, I hadn’t given the thought of raising assertive kids much thought. So, I’ve kicked my efforts into high gear. And, I should disclose, high gear for us… Continue Reading
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Bullying Preschooler
Image by nzgabriel via Flikr. The other day we’re at the playground. My girls are running around climbing and swinging from anything in sight. The 4 year old goes up the stairs to attack the slide when a boy about her size blocks her way. Fine. Be a punk. No one’s getting hurt and, to… Continue Reading
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